Moldova's 'Noi.md' news portal has published an extensive article about the official opening ceremony of the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku.
According to Oxu.Az citing AZERTAC, the article provides detailed information about the opening ceremony attended by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva, as well as the significance of WUF13. Quotes from the President's speech are included.
The article highlights President Ilham Aliyev's views on the rapid development of urban planning in Azerbaijan, the progress of Baku, Ganja, Shamakhi, and other cities, the restoration of Karabakh and Eastern Zangezur, and the 'Great Return' program.
The President noted that the forum has a record number of registered participants – over 45,000 from 182 countries, making it the second largest international event in Azerbaijan after COP29. Azerbaijan lies between Europe and Asia, historically serving as a meeting point of East and West.
