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UN-Habitat: WUF13 in Baku holds great significance
UN-Habitat Executive Director Anaclaudia Rossbach highlights the importance of WUF13 in Baku for achieving 2030 goals.
Key role of utilities in urban development revealed
UN-Habitat chief reveals the critical role of utilities in urban development. Insights on water, sanitation, and sustainability.
Mauritius first female president on gender equality
Mauritius' first female president Ameenah Gurib-Fakim emphasizes gender equality's role in urban development.
Safe water essential for quality living
Director General of Palestinian Water Authority: safe water is essential for quality living.
WUF13 participants invited to WUF14
WUF13 participants invited to WUF14. Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada emphasizes the importance of local solutions for the global urban future.
UN: Solar Energy Must Be Used in Homes
UN official Nqa Kor Ming at WUF13 in Baku highlights the need for solar energy in homes and the impact of climate change on urban planning.
Bahar Muradova: Cities should be people-oriented
Bahar Muradova at WUF13 discusses women's urban rights, gender-sensitive approaches, and Baku's sustainable city model.
Services determine the fate of cities
Andre Dzikus of UN-Habitat at WUF13 in Baku: Services determine the fate of cities.
Women's safety: Danger in slums
Women's safety is at risk in slums. Ramatsobane Dorah Marema, president of Women for Climate Justice International, explains the dangers.
Uzbek President to Visit Baku
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to visit Baku on May 17-18 for WUF13 Leaders Summit.
Krzysztof Szczerski: Political commitments must be renewed
Krzysztof Szczerski at WUF13 in Baku urges renewal of political commitments for the New Urban Agenda.
Global housing crisis deepens: WUF13 call
UN calls at WUF13 to address global housing crisis: slums, unaffordable homes, and solutions.
1 in 4 people live in slums worldwide
UN: 1 in 4 people live in slums worldwide. The New Urban Agenda aims to tackle this issue. Read more on Bond.az.
80% of cities see warming increase
UN official Anaclaudia Rossbach reports that over 80% of cities have warmed, and the housing crisis is deepening.
Anar Guliyev: 10-Year Goals to Be Discussed
Anar Guliyev announced that the Cabinet of Ministers will discuss goals for the next 10 years. Housing shortages and international cooperation were highlighted.
New political commitments proposed at WUF13
At WUF13, UN-Habitat chief Anaclaudia Rossbach proposed new political commitments to tackle homelessness and improve housing.
Rafael Tuts: Happy to attend WUF13
UN-Habitat director Rafael Tuts expresses happiness to attend WUF13 in Baku.
Australia defends property tax changes to fix 'broken' housing
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends proposed capital gains tax changes aimed at fixing a 'broken' housing market.
Maymuna Mohd Sharif: Leaders must build climate links
Maimunah Mohd Sharif at WUF13 urges leaders to build climate links and implement COP29 decisions in cities.
Nga Kor Ming: Houses must meet quality standards
Malaysia's Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming stressed the importance of houses meeting quality standards in Azerbaijan as well.
Rossbach Greets World from Baku - VIDEO
UN-Habitat Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach greets WUF13 participants from Baku. 40k registrations from 180 countries.
Real price of Pugacheva's grandson's mansion revealed
Alla Pugacheva's grandson Nikita Presnyakov's mansion is priced at 90-120 million rubles. Insights into sale challenges and market changes.
OTS Leaders Confirm Active Participation in WUF13
OTS leaders confirm active participation in WUF13, the World Urban Forum in Baku, focusing on sustainable cities.
Baku becomes global urbanism capital with WUF13
Baku hosts WUF13: largest urban expo with 217 organizations from 66 countries on 3.5 hectares.
Century Communities Stock Hits 52-Week Low at $50.19
Century Communities stock hits 52-week low at $50.19 amid housing market challenges. Q1 earnings beat estimates, but revenue missed.
Croatia inflation rises to 5.8% in April
Croatia inflation rises to 5.8% in April, driven by transport and energy costs. Read more on Bond.az.
Rental prices up 7.3% in Azerbaijan
Rental prices in Azerbaijan rose 7.3% year-on-year in Q1 2024. The Central Bank report also shows increases in housing market prices.
Kuntarahoitus issues €75M bond
Kuntarahoitus Oyj issues €75 million bond under EMTN program. 3.609% coupon, matures 2038. Listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
Municipality Finance issues EUR 75M notes
Municipality Finance (MuniFin) issues EUR 75 million notes with 3.609% interest, maturing in 2038. Listed on Helsinki Stock Exchange.
Mortgage conditions simplified: good news
Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund conditions to be simplified. Details from the Main Collective Agreement for 2026-28.
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