Baku: 'I congratulate Azerbaijan for hosting the 13th Session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13) and its efforts to build sustainable cities. Organization of WUF13 is another success for Azerbaijan after COP29,' said Sohail Mahmood, Secretary General of the Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8), at the D-8 High-Level Energy and Urban Dialogue Meeting as part of WUF13.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Mahmood highlighted Azerbaijan's achievements in hosting significant international events. He emphasized the importance of global cooperation in addressing urban development challenges amidst the current crisis, where many individuals are impacted by political debates. Mahmood's remarks underscored the critical role of international forums like WUF13 in facilitating discussions aimed at sustainable urban growth.