"I'm probably the only mayor in the history of this city that has not only visited Turkey once, but I think I'm on my sixth or seventh visit to Turkey," Adams said at a Turkish flag-raising ceremony, showcasing his unique relationship and repeated engagements with the country that stand out in his political career.
"New York City is the Istanbul of America," Adams declared, emphasizing his affinity for global cities and indicating a pattern in his penchant for cultural comparisons, having previously labeled Kyiv, Port-au-Prince, and others similarly.
Adams's travels to Turkey - and the alleged inappropriate transactions that ensued - are documented in the federal indictment, which raises questions about the nature of his engagements with Turkish business executives.
During his time as Brooklyn borough president, Adams attended 80 events related to Turkey over eight years, indicating a significant commitment to Turkish relations that goes beyond mere political duty.
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