Istanbul's Asian-side Üsküdar district is enlarging its already wide global network by signing a bilateral protocol with New York City's Brooklyn district.Known for its historical ambiance, resembling a 'small-Istanbul', Üsküdar, has been announced as 'sister city' with New York City's most populous, and recently most-talked about, Brooklyn borough, known for its diverse cultural mosaic. The 'sister city' agreement between Üsküdar District Municipality and Brooklyn Municipality will be signed on August 12 in Istanbul, in a ceremony attended by Brooklyn Mayor Eric Adams and Üsküdar Mayor Hilmi Türkmen. The agreement between the two district aims to initiate a mutual economic, cultural, and educational cooperation, in addition to municipal matters between Üsküdar and Brooklyn.Currently, Üsküdar has international agreements between these cities:

1. Bosnia and Hergoziviana, ZENİCA
2. Albania, SHKODER
3. Azerbeijan, AGSU
4. Japan, SHİBUYA
5. Australia, AUBURN (SYDNEY)
6. Crimea, BAHÇESARAY
7. Hungary, KAPOSVAR
8. Libya, AWJİLA