Baku: An official reception was held at the Gulustan Palace in Baku on May 18 in honor of the heads of state and delegations participating in the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). The event was hosted by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the reception was organized to welcome and honor the delegates and heads of state attending the WUF13. The World Urban Forum is a significant event focusing on urban development, and the reception served as an opportunity for participants to engage and discuss various topics related to urbanization. The presence of key leaders highlighted the importance of the forum in addressing global urban challenges.