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.
