Turkish President Erdoğan’s famous quote displayed in New York
President Erdoğan’s "The World Is Bigger Than Five" message calling for UN reform was prominently displayed on New York streets during the UN General Assembly.
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 09:08 | 24 September 2025
- Modified Date: 05:51 | 24 September 2025
A photo of Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan alongside his quote "The World Is Bigger Than Five" was featured on central streets and avenues in New York City.
It's a motto Erdoğan has long repeated as he calls for a change in the UN system.
For years, the UN Security Council has faced claims that its five veto-wielding members-the US, the UK, France, Russia and China -- command disproportionate influence.
Addressing the 80th session of the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, Erdoğan reiterated his call for a change at the world body.
"I sincerely believe that our collective responsibility is to take the steps that will return the UN to its founding spirit in its 80th year.
"We will continue to say 'The World Is Bigger Than Five!' until a system is established where the just, not the powerful, prevail," he said.
His quote "A Fairer World Is Possible" was also displayed on LED screens in Times Square.
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