BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 18. Infrastructure losses
in Ukraine exceeded $195 billion as a result of the war, said
Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine Oleksii Kuleba at the Leaders'
Summit held within the framework of the 13th session of the World
Urban Forum, Trend
reports.
He noted that Ukraine is participating in the forum in
conditions of a large-scale war that has been going on for more
than four years.
"In this war, we are losing housing stock, industrial assets,
energy resources, and human capital. According to recent estimates,
the damage to the housing sector alone exceeds $60 billion," Kuleba
explained.
The official pointed out that his country is developing a new
model for the resilience of cities in wartime.
According to him, more than 70% of the population in Ukraine
lives in cities and urbanized areas, despite the war.
"We are rethinking our approach to urban planning,
infrastructure, and public spaces. The modern city is now measured
by security, energy independence, shelter creation, and the ability
to function uninterrupted in times of crisis," Kuleba said.
He stressed that Ukraine is applying the European Bauhaus
principles of sustainability and inclusiveness in the process of
urban regeneration.
"Today, Ukraine is not just a country recovering, but a country
shaping a new global model for the sustainability of cities in the
21st century," the official mentioned.
In conclusion, he noted that Ukraine and Azerbaijan understand
well the value of sustainability, as well as the importance of
strong infrastructure and energy security.
