Baku: The D-8 Youth Dialogue will be held for the first time in Baku, with the official inaugural ceremony scheduled for December 6, 2025. The event will bring together heads of youth policy agencies from D-8 member countries, representatives of leading youth organizations, politicians, and international experts. Organized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Azerbaijan, the theme of the Dialogue is “Youth Shaping the Future of the Global Urban Agenda: Sustainable and Climate-Resilient Cities of Tomorrow.”
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the main goal of the event is to foster regional and international connections among young people, enhance their potential for innovation and employment, and expand their role in building a sustainable, inclusive, and environmentally friendly urban environment. The forum will address topics such as “Human Capital Development and Sustainable Urbanization – Youth as a Leading Force for Development,” “Sustainable Urbanization: Youth and the Future of Cities,” and “Transformation for Smart and Inclusive Cities.”
The forum will run until December 9 and feature over 30 international representatives from eight countries and the Organization’s Secretariat, as well as approximately 10 professional speakers, totaling over 100 attendees.