Members of the Turkish community in New York are preparing to gather to welcome President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during his visit to the city to attend the UN General Assembly.
An announcement invites members of the Turkish community and others who wish to participate to gather on Sunday, September 20, 2026, near the Turkish House in Manhattan.
Gathering outside the Turkish House in New York
The gathering is scheduled to begin at 11:15 a.m. at the intersection of First Avenue and East 46th Street, near the Turkish House and the UN headquarters.
Participants are invited to attend and welcome President Erdoğan during his visit to New York.
The Turkish House is one of Türkiye’s most prominent diplomatic centers in New York. Located opposite the UN headquarters, it has hosted numerous diplomatic meetings during previous General Assembly sessions, attended by Turkish officials, international leaders and other officials.
New York prepares for a busy diplomatic week
President Erdoğan’s visit comes as New York prepares to receive leaders and officials from countries around the world for the UN General Assembly meetings.
The Turkish delegation is expected to follow an intensive diplomatic program, while the Turkish House will continue to play an important role in Turkish activities and meetings held in New York during the UN meetings.
Gathering details
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Time: 11:15 a.m.
Meeting point: Intersection of First Avenue and East 46th Street, New York
Location: In front of the Turkish House – Manhattan