Participants at the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku warn that wars and climate change are transforming cities faster than governments can rebuild them.
A Ukrainian delegate reported that nearly 30,000 damaged facilities have been restored in his region, with Azerbaijan as a key partner. A school, hospital, and shelter have been completed in Irpin.
Climate change is causing severe impacts on African cities. Dr. Moges Tadesse called for increased international investment.
Experts note that housing problems will intensify by 2050.
