WUF13 to be remembered for inclusive participation and concrete outcomes — State Committee chairman

Infrastructure
  • 22 May, 2026
  • 16:07
WUF13 to be remembered for inclusive participation and concrete outcomes — State Committee chairman

The 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku will be remembered not only for its scale, but also for its innovative formats, inclusive participation, and tangible outcomes, Chairman of the State Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture and national coordinator of WUF13, Anar Guliyev, said during the forum"s closing ceremony.

Accordijng to Report, he stressed that addressing the global housing crisis requires an effective multilateral approach, strong partnerships, innovative financing mechanisms, and coordinated action at all levels.

"The Leaders" Summit, held for the first time in WUF history at the initiative of President Ilham Aliyev, became one of the landmark events of WUF13. The participation of 27 heads of state and government, distinguished guests, and leaders of international organizations demonstrated a shared commitment to advancing the global urban agenda, strengthening international cooperation in sustainable urban development, and ensuring access to adequate housing," Guliyev said.