Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration"
| Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" | |
|---|---|
Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" (obverse) | |
| Type | State Decoration |
| Awarded for | Achievements in space technology and travel |
| Presented by | Russian Federation |
| Eligibility | Russian citizens and foreign nationals |
| Status | Active |
| Established | September 7, 2010 |
Ribbon of the Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Medal "For Merit in the Development of Nuclear Energy" |
| Next (lower) | Medal of the Order of Parental Glory |
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The Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" (Russian: Медаль "За заслуги в освоении космоса") is a state decoration of the Russian Federation aimed at recognising achievements in the space program. It was established by presidential decree №1099 of September 7, 2010 which revamped the entire Russian awards system.