Baku: Applications are now open for the WUF13 Urban Expo, and exhibitors have until 31 March 2026 to apply for a spot at one of the world’s most dynamic stages for urban innovation.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the WUF13 Urban Expo will bring together global exhibitors to present practical solutions for today’s most urgent urban challenges, including adequate housing, basic services, climate resilience, digital innovation, and inclusive growth.

This edition introduces two new feature spaces designed to spark learning and collaboration. The Academy Campus will offer masterclasses, research exchanges, case studies, and hands-on co-creation sessions, all connected to the challenges raised in the WUF13 dialogues. Additionally, the Startup Pavilion will serve as a dedicated showcase for emerging ventures advancing tech-enabled, scalable, and climate-smart urban and housing solutions.

The Urban Expo welcomes a wide range of exhibitors, including national and city delegations, UN agencies, development banks, civil society, academia, foundations, businesses, and innovators. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their applications before the 31 March 2026 deadline. For more detailed information, prospective exhibitors can visit the Urban Expo site and review the exhibition guidelines.