Masterclass in modern multilateralism: Azerbaijan steps onto global stage at WUF13
The global spotlight shines brightly on Baku as it plays host to the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13). Coming just a year and a half after its successful hosting of COP29, Azerbaijan has once again solidified its position as a premier diplomatic hub and a bridge between East and West.
Culture Ministry deepens UNESCO ties on heritage protection [PHOTOS]
The 13th Session of the United Nations World Urban Forum (WUF13) is currently taking place, setting the stage for high-level discussions on how cities can adapt to global challenges through innovation, sustainability, and inclusive planning, AzerNEWS reports.
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UN-Habitat official: Middle Corridor can reshape urban growth across region [EXCLUSIVE]
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Saudi Arabia and Azerbaijan can expand cooperation on social development, Princess says [EXCLUSIVE]
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Azerbaijan spends nearly $14 billion on Karabakh reconstruction in five years
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WUF13 reveals Azerbaijan’s bigger vision for rebuilding liberated territories
Azeri Light oil surges above $118 per barrel in global markets
Global oil prices continued to climb as Azerbaijan’s flagship “Azeri Light” crude posted notable gains at both the Italian port of Augusta and Türkiye’s Ceyhan terminal, AzerNEWS reports.
TOKİ chief praises Azerbaijan’s solidarity after devastating Türkiye earthquakes
Urban resilience, climate adaptation, and post-disaster reconstruction have emerged among the key themes of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum 13 in Baku. In this context, AzerNEWS had the chance to talk with the Head of Housing Development Administration of the Republic of Türkiye (TOKİ), Ahmet Kutlug Gayretli, who stated that resilient cities are not only about constructing buildings that can survive earthquakes, but about ensuring that urban life itself can continue after disasters.
Strategic reclamation of Lachin: How diplomacy and military rewrote South Caucasus map
To understand the profound strategic and emotional weight of Lachin’s return to Azerbaijani sovereignty, one must first revisit the bleak spring of 1992.
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Russian media targets Azerbaijan as South Caucasus edges towards peace
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South Caucasus peace push gains speed as regional barriers begin to fall [COMMENTARY]
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How Zangilan becomes symbol of Azerbaijan’s post-conflict order
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Azerbaijan discusses new South Caucasus peace strategy at MEDIA roundtable [PHOTOS]
China launch passports for robots
China has begun testing a digital identification system for humanoid robots. In Hubei Province, several models have received official ID numbers for the first time—effectively functioning as a “passport” for machines, AzerNEWS reports.
Azerbaijan's tea traditions on spotlight at large-scale festival in Uzbekistan [PHOTOS]
A cultural festival titled "Tea Culture of Turkic Peoples: An Expression of Shared Identity and Social Integration" has been organized at the Azerbaijan Cultural Center named after Heydar Aliyev in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, AzerNEWS reports.
Documentary film 'Yaradanlar' screened in Baku [PHOTOS]
A screening of the documentary film "Yaradanlar" (Creators) has been held at the Azerbaijan National Art Museum, AzerNEWS reports.
President Ilham Aliyev attended opening ceremony of WUF13 underway in Baku [PHOTOS]
The opening ceremony of the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) was held in Baku on May 18, AzerNEWS reports.
Azerbaijani judokas claim medals in Russia [PHOTOS]
An international junior judo tournament dedicated to the memory of Vasili Oshchepkov was held in Khabarovsk, Russia, AzerNEWS reports.
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Culture Ministry deepens UNESCO ties on heritage protection [PHOTOS]
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UN-Habitat official: Middle Corridor can reshape urban growth across region [EXCLUSIVE]
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Saudi Arabia and Azerbaijan can expand cooperation on social development, Princess says [EXCLUSIVE]
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Azerbaijan spends nearly $14 billion on Karabakh reconstruction in five years
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Documentary film 'Yaradanlar' screened in Baku [PHOTOS]
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WUF13 reveals Azerbaijan’s bigger vision for rebuilding liberated territories
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'From Micro Art to Architecture' thematic exhibition opens at World Urban Forum [PHOTOS]
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Special representative: Shusha reconstruction advancing rapidly after liberation
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Housing crisis threatens families and communities worldwide, Argentine architect says
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Azeri Light oil surges above $118 per barrel in global markets
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President Aliyev warns Middle East turbulence hurting even oil-rich economies
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China launch passports for robots
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President Ilham Aliyev interviewed by Euronews TV [PHOTOS]
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Masterclass in modern multilateralism: Azerbaijan steps onto global stage at WUF13
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Devil Wears Prada 2 becomes major box office success worldwide
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Official reception held in honor of heads of state and delegations participating in WUF13 [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Azerbaijan pavilion opens to visitors at WUF13 Urban Expo [PHOTOS]
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Smartphones may harm societies
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Trump says US delays planned Iran strike after Gulf leaders push for diplomacy
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PM Starmer will not set out timetable to quit, says his deputy
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Star Wars felt like homework: why it went wrong
18 May 22:45 -
Indonesia stocks fall as rupiah weakens in sell-off
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Pope Leo XIV voices deep concern over Lebanon and Middle East crisis
18 May 21:40 -
Germany set to miss 2030 greenhouse gas emissions target, experts warn
18 May 21:10 -
Footage of Azerbaijan screened at WUF13 opening ceremony posted on President Ilham Aliyev’s social media accounts [VIDEO]
18 May 20:48 -
Trump warns time is running out for Iran as talks stall
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Pakistan condemns drone strike on UAE nuclear plant
18 May 20:05 -
Italy’s imports outpace exports in first quarter of 2026, Istat says
18 May 19:30 -
Kyiv is ready to open new chapter with Hungary, says top diplomat
18 May 18:59 -
President Ilham Aliyev meets with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
18 May 18:49 -
WUF13 panel highlights role of Turkic Houses in urban resilience in Baku [PHOTOS]
18 May 18:29 -
From low-cost housing to megacities: Pakistan presents urban vision in Baku
18 May 18:06 -
WUF13 provides platform for sharing urban success stories, Saudi official says
18 May 17:46 -
Baku’s cultural atmosphere impresses Chinese student attending WUF13
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TOKİ chief praises Azerbaijan’s solidarity after devastating Türkiye earthquakes
18 May 17:24 -
President Ilham Aliyev receives Vice Premier of the State Council of China [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
18 May 17:15 -
World community celebrates International Museum Day
18 May 17:04 -
Gold slides to two-month low as treasury yields pressure bullion
18 May 16:43 -
Azerbaijan's tea traditions on spotlight at large-scale festival in Uzbekistan [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan cotton fiber exports surge nearly 56% in first quarter of year
18 May 16:03 -
President Ilham Aliyev meets with Georgian Prime Minister [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
18 May 15:50 -
Azerbaijani judokas claim medals in Russia [PHOTOS]
18 May 15:44 -
Strategic reclamation of Lachin: How diplomacy and military rewrote South Caucasus map
18 May 15:21 -
Modern cities must focus on quality of life, says Emin Agalarov
18 May 15:05 -
SOCAR head meets Kenyan President William Ruto to discuss energy cooperation
18 May 15:01 -
Khatai Arts Center hosts Days of Azerbaijani Music in Fine Arts [PHOTOS]
18 May 14:43 -
Azerbaijan gas export volume rises 3.1%
18 May 14:20 -
National Conservatory showcases classical and folk traditions in grand concert [PHOTOS]
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UN Secretary-General: World Urban Forum will serve as a catalyst for turning goals into reality
18 May 13:52 -
President Ilham Aliyev: We are proud of our ancient history
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Housing must remain at core of urban development, Ugandan official says in Baku
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Ugandan delegate praises Azerbaijan’s urban planning experience at WUF13
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President Ilham Aliyev attended opening ceremony of WUF13 underway in Baku [PHOTOS]
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President: Guests visiting our country for the first time will have opportunity see what is being done in Azerbaijan with respect to urban development
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President Ilham Aliyev: We have a record number of participants at WUF13
18 May 12:51 -
Brent oil prices rise above $110 per barrel on ICE futures market
18 May 12:48 -
Turkish singer captivates WUF13 participants with live musical performance [PHOTOS]
18 May 12:30 -
S&P places DavrBank on positive CreditWatch after ABB acquisition move
18 May 12:15 -
National Art Museum presents vibrant exhibition within World Urban Forum [PHOTOS]
18 May 11:55 -
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze visits Azerbaijan
18 May 11:44 -
WUF13: Haluk Levent calls for stronger urban safety standards
18 May 11:35 -
Financing gaps remain biggest barrier for youth action, says UN Official
18 May 11:17 -
Program of Baku Contemporary Music Days announced [PHOTOS]
18 May 11:03 -
12th OIC Youth Entrepreneurship International Forum held in Kazan [PHOTOS]
18 May 10:45 -
Local and regional governments are key actors, Poland’s UN envoy says
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Youth and communities already leading urban transformation, WUF13 hears
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WUF13 in Baku draws over 40,000 participants from 182 countries
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Satellite images suggest Russia resumed military cargo deliveries to Syria
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Azerbaijan's $10bn reconstruction drive finds global stage at WUF13
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Tory leader: Labour are all bad as each other
18 May 08:00 -
Trump slams Democrats' climate policy
17 May 23:16 -
Ten 'new' victims come forward in France's Epstein investigation
17 May 22:45 -
Israel to build IDF museum at ex-UNRWA HQ
17 May 22:12 -
Netanyahu says will speak to Trump about China trip
17 May 21:40 -
Peskov: Kallas shouldn't be EU's Russia negotiator
17 May 21:08 -
US said to watch out for drone threat from Cuba
17 May 20:36 -
Zelensky: Strikes on Moscow entirely justified
17 May 20:04 -
US said to think China may attack Taiwan within 5 years
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President Ilham Aliyev meets with President of Bulgaria [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 May 19:13 -
Defense Ministry presents review of events of last week [VIDEO]
17 May 19:01 -
Iran appoints Ghalibaf as special China representative
17 May 18:46 -
Farhad Hajiyev: Azerbaijan sees youth as partners in shaping future cities
17 May 18:13 -
ICC said to issue warrants against 5 Israeli officials
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ING: Azerbaijan’s current account surplus could reach up to 10% of GDP amid high oil prices
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President Ilham Aliyev meets with President of Serbia [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 May 17:17 -
President Ilham Aliyev receives Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of United Arab Emirates [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 May 17:02 -
UN-Habitat chief: Utilities recognized as separate stakeholder group for first time at WUF13
17 May 16:53 -
Azerbaijani President salutes Kazakh literary icon on 90th birthday milestone
17 May 16:26 -
Azerbaijan accelerates economic diversification with surge in non-oil exports
17 May 16:01 -
UN and Azerbaijani flags raised at Baku Olympic Stadium for WUF13 [VIDEO]
17 May 15:45 -
Iran compares US, Israel to Goebbels
17 May 15:38 -
Azerbaijan becomes Türkiye’s second-largest gas supplier in March
17 May 15:10 -
President of Serbia arrives in Azerbaijan on visit [PHOTO]
17 May 14:49 -
Venezuela deports Maduro ally to US
17 May 14:26 -
Qatari, Saudi FMs call for 'sustainable' Iran deal
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Growing megacities require new technologies and modern urban solutions, says Mikhail Gusman [EXCLUSIVE]
17 May 13:41 -
WHO declares health emergency over Ebola outbreak
17 May 13:13 -
Iran calls for stronger urban resilience and post-conflict reconstruction efforts
17 May 12:39 -
Ukraine downs 279 Russian drones overnight
17 May 12:23 -
AZAL resumes Baku–Nakhchivan flights after weather-related delays
17 May 12:00