BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 20. Azerbaijan's Minister
of Economy Mikayil Jabbarov held a meeting with World Bank Vice
President for Infrastructure Valérie Levkov on the sidelines of the
World Urban Forum (WUF13), Trend reports, citing the Ministry of Economy.
The meeting noted with satisfaction the results of the
successful cooperation between Azerbaijan and the World Bank.
The parties emphasized the importance of infrastructure projects
being implemented in our country from the perspective of economic
development and sustainable urbanization.
The discussions featured an exchange of views on supporting
infrastructure development in Azerbaijan and the region, utilizing
World Bank financial instruments to facilitate private sector
financing, and opportunities for cooperation on potential urban
development projects. It was emphasized at the meeting that
implementing projects in line with sustainable development goals
will make a significant contribution to the region’s economic and
social development.
