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Global Forum

How Azerbaijan turned urban diplomacy into a global political platform

In international affairs, some events follow protocol, generate headlines for a few days, and gradually fade from public attention. Others manage to reshape the framework through which global challenges are discussed.

25 May 2026-06:01
WUF13 in Baku: When urban policy became global diplomacy

24 May 2026-10:18
Business roundtable at WUF13: UN issues urgent housing crisis warning

The global housing crisis, the role of the private sector, and financial mechanisms for sustainable urban development were the primary topics of discussion at the "Business Roundtable" held as part of the 13th Session of the United Nations World Urban Forum (WUF13).

20 May 2026-14:42
Global Times: 13th Baku Forum shows strong participation amid global crises

The 13th Global Baku Forum demonstrated a high level of international participation despite escalating global tensions, including the conflict in the Middle East and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.

16 Apr 2026-20:15
Asia emerges as global hub for AI innovation

Asia is rapidly becoming the new global center of artificial intelligence development, with momentum shifting away from Europe and the United States, according to a report released by the Boao Forum for Asia on Tuesday.

24 Mar 2026-14:44
UN-Habitat official: Azerbaijan will contribute to strengthening urban development in the region

“In the Eastern Europe and Central Asia region, the ageing housing stock, a shortage of affordable housing and seismic risks remain among the main challenges in urban development,” Erfan Ali, Director of the UN Habitat Regional Office for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, said at a briefing on the sidelines of the 13th Global Baku Forum on Saturday.

14 Mar 2026-13:56
Global Baku Forum panel explores AI, governance, and ethics

The 13th Global Baku Forum featured a panel discussion on “Digital Futures: AI, Governance, and Ethics of Innovation”, highlighting the opportunities and challenges of emerging technologies.

14 Mar 2026-13:49
Binali Yıldırım: Middle Corridor is key link between Europe and Asia

The Middle Corridor is emerging as a safe and reliable transport route connecting Europe and Asia, according to Binali Yıldırım, chairman of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS).

13 Mar 2026-15:10
WHO Director-General expresses gratitude to Azerbaijani President

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to President Ilham Aliyev and the Government of Azerbaijan, as well as to the Nizami Ganjavi International Center, for their warm hospitality,” Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), said at the opening ceremony of the 13th Global Baku Forum.

12 Mar 2026-15:45
Binali Yıldırım: Azerbaijan is exemplary in terms of regional cooperation

Azerbaijan plays an exemplary role in advancing regional cooperation and has a unique opportunity to address important global challenges by providing a significant platform through the Global Baku Forum, Binali Yıldırım, Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), said at the opening ceremony of the 13th Global Baku Forum.

12 Mar 2026-15:20