Turkmenistan Official Highlights Importance of WUF13 in Advancing Sustainable Urban Development

Development

Baku, The Gulf Observer: The 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) has been described as a leading global platform for sustainable urban development, with participants expressing optimism over its outcomes.

Speaking at the Leaders’ Statements session, Deryageldi Orazov said the forum represents a major international effort to address contemporary urban challenges.

He extended his best wishes for the success of the event, emphasizing its importance in shaping the future of cities worldwide. He noted that cities have become central to the rapidly evolving global economy, with urbanization emerging as one of the most influential processes shaping modern societies.

Orazov further explained that urbanization should be understood as a comprehensive system integrating people, space, and technology. He expressed hope that the forum would create broader opportunities to advance national and international initiatives aimed at sustainable urban development.