Strong Turkish diaspora abroad has played a major role in helping Türkiye become “a global actor whose voice is heard and whose contributions are sought” on the international stage, according to the country’s ambassador to the US.
Speaking at the 43rd Turkish Day Parade, Turkish Ambassador to Washington Sedat Onal described the event as a “traditional and symbolic festival” that preserves Turkish identity and culture while also introducing them to American society.
The ambassador’s wife Figen Onal, Türkiye’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ahmet Yildiz and his wife Emine Yildiz, as well as Türkiye’s Consul General in New York Muhittin Ahmet Yazal also attended the event.
Onal thanked the Federation of Turkish American Associations and all contributors, including delegations from Türkiye, for sustaining the long-standing tradition.
Addressing members of the Turkish community at the festival grounds, Onal said: “We are extremely pleased to see the Turkish community here growing in numbers, and we are proud of its achievements.
