Baku: As the official representative of President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China, Zhang Guoqing, Vice Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, addressed attendees at the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). During his speech, he conveyed President Xi Jinping's warm greetings to Azerbaijan and expressed hopes for the success of the forum hosted by Azerbaijan.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Zhang Guoqing emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing the threats posed by urban planning. He urged for a united global urban community to work towards creating a shared future for humanity. The Vice Premier's call to action highlights the significance of international cooperation in tackling the challenges of urbanization.