UN official cites Azerbaijani proverb

UN official Nga Kor Ming highlights Azerbaijani proverb 'drop by drop, a lake forms' at World Urban Forum.

ByEvelyn Lee- Senior Editor

2026-05-18 10:05|Last updated: 2026-05-18 10:08

UN official cites Azerbaijani proverb — Photo: Prepared by Bond.az

A UN official cited an Azerbaijani proverb at the World Urban Forum.

“Azerbaijan has a beautiful proverb: ‘Drop by drop, a lake forms; flowing, it becomes a flood.’ It relates to our work,” said Nqa Kor Ming.

“If any policy can be discussed, partnership formed, and commitment made in Baku, it is a beacon of hope,” he added.

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