BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 18. Baku is transforming
into the global capital of sustainable urban development for the
duration of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13),
Malaysian Minister of Housing and Local Government and current
President of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme
(UN-Habitat) Assembly Nga Kor Ming said during the opening ceremony
of WUF13 in Baku, Trend reports.
Nga Kor Ming noted that in Azerbaijan, people understand the
true value and importance of having a home. Owning one’s own home
is particularly important during a period of global instability and
societal transformation.
According to him, it is precisely joint action that can lead to
the creation of a sustainable urban future where no one is left
behind.
WUF13 is taking place in Baku from May 17 through 22 within the
framework of cooperation between the UN-Habitat program and the
Government of Azerbaijan.
The event's program brings together various stakeholders and
representatives of like-minded groups to discuss one of the most
pressing global challenges – the issue of housing provision.
Dedicated to the theme "Housing the World: Safe and Resilient
Cities and Communities," WUF13 gathers national governments from
around the world, as well as communities, professionals, and
partners to exchange views, shape policy approaches, and accelerate
action toward solutions in sustainable urban development.
The program provides an opportunity for high-level discussions
through practical, solution-oriented platforms and interactive
meeting formats, ensuring that global policy is anchored in local
experience.
