An article entitled “Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan Welcomes the Kingdom’s Participation in the 13th World Urban Forum to be Held in Baku” was published by the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
On 12 March 2026, an article entitled “Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan Welcomes the Kingdom’s Participation in the 13th World Urban Forum to be Held in Baku” was published by the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The article emphasized that the World Urban Forum serves as an important international platform bringing together heads of state and government, international organizations, urban planning experts, investors, academic circles, and representatives of civil society. It was noted that within the framework of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), to be held in Baku, key focus areas will include urban challenges facing the international community, sustainable urban development, climate resilience, affordable housing, smart cities, green infrastructure, digital transformation, urban transport, water sustainability, and inclusive urban development. The article also highlighted that hosting WUF13 in Baku is both a source of pride and responsibility for Azerbaijan, describing the event as a clear example of the international community’s confidence in Azerbaijan. It further noted that the forum will strengthen Azerbaijan’s position as a center for international dialogue and cooperation, while also contributing to the ongoing reconstruction and urban development projects in the country. At the same time, the article noted Ambassador Mutallim Mirzayev’s welcoming of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s participation in the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku. It underlined the strong and natural alignment between Saudi Arabia’s “Vision 2030” strategic state program and the main priorities of WUF13, particularly in the areas of sustainable urban development, smart infrastructure, innovation, environmental sustainability, and improving quality of life.