Next awareness session on WUF13 held at Baku State University

An awareness session on the upcoming 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) was held at Baku State University (BSU), Report informs.

The session was attended by BSU students and faculty members.

During the session, BSU Vice‑Rector for Social Affairs, Student Relations, and Public Engagement Alish Aghamirzayev said that Azerbaijan has hosted many prestigious international events in recent years, and WUF13 in Baku is one of the most important.

He added that BSU students are already joining various awareness projects within the forum. Aghamirzayev also highlighted that Azerbaijan has rich traditions in urban planning, and today, Baku is one of the world's most notable cities in terms of architecture.

According to him, hosting WUF13 in Azerbaijan is a significant event for the country, and he expressed satisfaction that the awareness session was held at BSU.

Speaking at the event, Press Secretary of the State Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture Ramiz Hasanov noted that projects and advanced practices implemented by Azerbaijan in urban planning are met with great interest internationally. He also pointed out that Baku's hosting of WUF13 on May 17–22 is proof of these achievements.

Organized by UN‑Habitat, the forum is one of the most influential global platforms in urban development, and participation is expected to increase this year, the official said.

WUF13 Azerbaijan Operations Company Communications Manager Emin Huseynzada, in turn, stated that the World Urban Forum (WUF) was established in 2001 and is the largest global event organized by the UN without legislative authority. He stressed that WUF serves as a strong platform for knowledge and experience exchange and is open to everyone.

Participants' questions were answered during the session.

Ahead of WUF13 in Baku on May 17–22, WUF13 Festivals have been organized in Quba, Lankaran, Gabala, Shaki, Mingachevir, Ganja, Khankandi, and Sumgayit to raise public awareness about this major event.