BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 20. Azerbaijani media is
building on its successful coverage of COP29, demonstrating its
expertise once again at the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13), said
Natig Mammadli, Deputy Executive Director of the Media Development
Agency, Trend
reports


Mammadli highlighted the role of Azerbaijani media as a reliable
and authoritative source, helping convey the forum’s key messages
to both domestic and international audiences.


“In general, the Azerbaijani media has gained rich and unique
experience in covering international events. We believe this
experience will make a significant contribution to further
enhancing professionalism in our future activities,” he said.


He also praised the journalists covering WUF13, noting a “very
active and dynamic working environment in the newsroom,” and
expressed gratitude for their professional dedication.


“The Azerbaijani media is fulfilling its professional duty at a
high level in covering this forum, just as it did at COP29,”
Mammadli added.


Meanwhile, today marks the fourth day of WUF13 in Baku.







The first day included a ministerial meeting dedicated to the
New Urban Agenda, a ministerial roundtable, assemblies for women
and civil society, business sessions, and discussions on urban
prosperity. An official ceremony marking the raising of the UN and
Azerbaijani flags also took place.


The second day stood out for the inaugural Leaders' Summit,
featuring high-level discussions on the global housing crisis,
urbanization policy, and urban resilience. Concurrently, the
opening of the Mexico City pavilion took place, serving as a
significant platform for expanding cooperation with the Latin
American region and preparing for WUF14.


The third day of WUF13 featured a comprehensive program of
events covering the global housing crisis, the formation of safe
and inclusive cities, climate resilience, artificial intelligence
and urban governance, green urbanization, social equity, and
sustainable transport.


WUF13, which has attracted more than 40,000 registered
participants from 182 countries, will continue until May 22. Held
under the theme “Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and
communities,” the forum brings together governments, international
organizations, experts, and representatives of civil society to
strengthen global cooperation in the field of sustainable urban
development.