Baku: Jordanian media outlets have extensively covered the successful organization of the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), held in Baku.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, articles have been published on the official website of Jordan's state news agency 'Petra,' the 'Jordan Daily' news portal, as well as the leading state newspaper 'Al-Dustour,' and widely read news portals 'Al-Ghad,' 'Nayrouz,' 'Al Balad News,' 'Al Qubbah News,' and 'Hala News.'
The articles highlight that the event, organized by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), provides a platform for discussing pressing global issues. The theme 'Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities' facilitated discussions on urban planning, housing policy, climate change, digital transformation, and sustainable development.
The publications report that during the opening ceremony of WUF13, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev presented information on the country's modern urban development policy, preservation of historical heritage, and ongoing sustainable development projects. The President highlighted the reconstruction efforts in Garabagh and East Zangezur and the success of 'smart city' and 'smart village' projects.
It is noted that Azerbaijan's green zone and innovative urban development concepts in the liberated territories received appreciation from international participants. The reconstruction efforts in Garabagh and East Zangezur are seen as advanced post-conflict development models.
The articles mention the significance of the first-ever Leaders' Statements at WUF13, which enhanced the event's political and international importance. Meetings with heads of state, ministers, city mayors, and representatives of international organizations showed Baku as a global platform for dialogue.
Moreover, the high level of organization, including security, logistics, transportation, and digital management systems, was appreciated by international participants. Baku is recognized for balancing historical heritage with modern urbanization.
The articles conclude that WUF13 significantly bolstered Azerbaijan's international image and its role in global discussions on sustainable cities.