Baku: Azerbaijan's efforts in urban planning and post-conflict recovery have been acknowledged by a German heritage strategist and cultural tourism expert, Dalya Altuntepe, during the World Urban Forum 13 (WUF13). Altuntepe emphasized Azerbaijan's significant contributions to sustainable development and the global urban agenda, noting the country's effective hosting of the international forum.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Altuntepe shared her insights on the restoration of historical and cultural monuments in Azerbaijan's liberated territories, highlighting it as a source of national pride. She expressed her emotional response to witnessing the restoration work in Shusha, underscoring Azerbaijan's exemplary role in post-conflict recovery and development. The country's projects have positioned it as a notable model in addressing the challenges of rebuilding and preserving cultural heritage after conflicts.