WUF13 concludes: closing ceremony

The official closing ceremony of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum in Baku begins. Details and preparation footage.

ByJames Taylor- Senior Editor

2026-05-22 10:31|Last updated: 2026-05-22 10:34

WUF13 concludes: closing ceremony — Photo: Prepared by Bond.az

The official closing ceremony of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum in Baku will begin in moments.

Oxu.Az reports that local and foreign officials will attend the ceremony at the Baku Olympic Stadium.

We present footage of the preparation for the ceremony.

Recall that the forum started on May 17, with the official opening on May 18.

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