Eric Adams: “That is more than any other major city in America.”

It was for a simple reason: To say hello to a friend and learn from a friend and build a relationship with friendship that would not allow our oceans or seas to divide us.

We also recognize the contributions of our indigenous community and are proud to establish a new special grant program for cultural programs and art projects representing that community.

There was much speculation about why I was here and what we were doing here.

I’m looking forward to improving cities across the globe.