BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 7. The 3rd Forum of
Azerbaijani Engineers Living in Europe was held in the German city
of Hamburg as part of the "Year of Urban Planning and
Architecture", Trend
reports.
The forum was organized under the theme "Smart City Technologies
and Processes" with the support of the State Committee on Work with
Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan and at the initiative of the
Alliance of Azerbaijanis in Germany.
The event brought together Azerbaijani engineers working in
various European countries, Azerbaijani and foreign experts in
architecture and urban planning, as well as representatives of
academia and business. The main objective of the forum was to
discuss innovative approaches in modern urban development, share
advanced international experience, and expand cooperation among
Azerbaijani professionals living abroad.
The opening ceremony began with the performance of the national
anthems of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Federal Republic of
Germany.
Chairman of the Board of the Alliance of Azerbaijanis in
Germany, Altay Rustamli, informed participants about the outcomes
of previous forums and shared his views on the project's future
prospects. Associate Professor of Ruhr University, Professor Elkhan
Sadygzade, delivered a brief presentation on the key results of the
forums of Azerbaijani engineers living in Europe.
"Organizing forums for professionals working abroad and
representing the same field has already become a tradition. The
achievements attained demonstrate that such forums create unique
and sustainable opportunities for the exchange of knowledge and
experience," Chairman of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora
Fuad Muradov said in his speech.
He also provided detailed information on the committee's
strategic projects and emphasized that the activities of
Azerbaijanis around the world remain a constant focus of attention
for the Azerbaijani state, including President Ilham Aliyev.
Speaking at the forum, Rector of Azerbaijan University of
Architecture and Construction Gulchohra Mammadova noted that such
forums serve not only as discussion platforms but also as dynamic
environments for intellectual discoveries and creative
inspiration.
Member of the Board of the Intellectual Property Agency Sanan
Tapdigov and Ruhlan Nabiyev, Counselor at the Embassy of the
Republic of Azerbaijan in the Federal Republic of Germany,
expressed confidence in the forum's promising future and put
forward proposals to deepen cooperation between Azerbaijani and
foreign engineers.
Hundreds of specialists from 11 European countries and more than
40 cities across Germany participated in the forum. A video
presentation highlighting the history of engineering science and
the achievements of previous forums was screened during the
event.
Participants were provided with detailed information on urban
planning and architectural projects being implemented in
Azerbaijan, particularly the "smart city" and "smart village"
concepts being developed in the liberated territories. Engineers
exchanged views on such topical issues as digital transformation,
sustainable urban development, the application of artificial
intelligence in city management, energy efficiency, intelligent
transport systems, and environmental solutions, while also sharing
their perspectives on short- and long-term plans in these
areas.
As part of the forum, Associate Professor of Ruhr University
Elkhan Sadygzade, who is ranked among the world's top 2 percent of
scientists, was awarded the Medal of the Republic of Azerbaijan
"For Service in Diaspora Activities."
The forum, moderated by Gunay Mirzayeva, member of the Board of
the Alliance of Azerbaijanis in Germany and head of the Azerbaijan
House in Stuttgart, continued with panel discussions,
presentations, and networking sessions. The panel discussions
focused on "Smart City and European Experience in Urban Planning"
and "Cities of the Future, Construction, Digitalization and
Sustainability."
Guests showed great interest in an exhibition of photographs
featuring German architectural monuments in Azerbaijan, organized
at the forum venue.
Within the framework of the forum, a "Memorandum of
Understanding on Future Scientific Research and Studies" was signed
between Brandenburg University of Technology in Germany and
Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction.
The Forum of Azerbaijani Engineers Living in Europe held in
Berlin on June 22, 2024, as part of the "Year of Solidarity for a
Green World," as well as the 2nd Forum of Azerbaijani Engineers
Living in Europe held in Cologne on November 1, 2025, within the
framework of the "Year of Constitution and Sovereignty," played an
invaluable role in ensuring the continuity of this project and
defining its fundamental principles.
