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On May 12, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev visited the Baku Olympic Stadium to review the preparations for the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). The forum, themed "Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities," is scheduled to take place from May 17 to 22.

The thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 17 to 22 May 2026, introduces a new feature to promote leadership and innovative approaches to housing: the Business & Innovation Hub, with a dedicated programme to highlight practical solutions, delivery models and partnerships across the urban value chain.

The WUF13 Roadshow in Khankendi concluded on 10 May with a public programme aimed at raising awareness of the thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) among local residents and visitors.

On 10 May, Karabakh University hosted a panel discussion on “Inclusive Urban Development: Women, Communities and a Sustainable Future” as part of the WUF13 Festival programme.

On 10 May, an information session dedicated to the thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) was held at Karabakh University, bringing together academic staff and students. The session formed part of ongoing efforts to raise public awareness across the country about WUF13 and its significance.

On 8 May, as part of the Thirteenth Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), students at Karabakh University received an in-depth briefing on the event’s objectives, its significance for the country, and a range of topics resonating with young people.

On 8 May, the WUF13 Festival took place in Ganja, bringing together residents and visitors as part of wider efforts to raise awareness of the thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13).

In the lead-up to the thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), Baku Urban Week will be held in the Azerbaijani capital from 11 to 17 May. A series of events is scheduled to take place in parallel across various locations in the city.

On 8 May, an information session dedicated to the thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) was held at Ganja State University, bringing together teachers and students as part of wider efforts to raise public awareness of the Event.

The media partners for the thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), to be held from 17 to 22 May 2026 in Baku, Azerbaijan, have been announced.