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Azerbaijani director awarded an international prize in Turkey

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Azerbaijani director Saida Haqverdiyeva has been awarded the “Silver Career” international prize held in Turkey. “Elchi” reports that the award ceremony held in Ankara was attended by Turkish state and government officials, members of parliament, media representatives, public and political figures, artists, and members of the diplomatic corps. It was noted that theater and film […]
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“Baku Call to Action” proposes turning the next decade into a “decade of action”

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The global housing crisis requires an urgent and coordinated response based on comprehensive housing policies, multi-stakeholder collaboration, sustainable financing, and the strengthening of accountability mechanisms. elchi reports that this is stated in the “Baku Call to Action,” adopted following the conclusion of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). The document notes that […]
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WUF13 calls for reforming global housing finance systems

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Existing housing finance systems remain fragmented and inaccessible for millions of people, while unequal access to credit and limited public investment continue to exacerbate housing inequality and spatial segregation. “Elchi” reports that this is stated in the “Baku Call to Action” adopted at the conclusion of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). […]
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WUF13 calls for creating climate-resilient housing systems

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The consequences of climate change are exacerbating the problem of housing security and forced displacement of the population, having a severe impact especially on communities facing social, economic, and environmental instability. elchi reports that this is stated in the “Baku Call to Action” adopted following the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). The […]
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Unstable weather will continue until May 25 – WARNING

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Unstable, rainy weather conditions are expected to continue until the evening of May 25. This was reported to elchi by the National Hydrometeorological Service. It is stated that there is a possibility of intensification of precipitation in some places, lightning, hail, snowfall in high mountainous areas, and short-term strengthening of precipitation. Due to the precipitation, […]
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Mayor of the Gambian capital makes a call from Baku

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Housing is a human right, and ensuring it is a democratic duty of states. elchi reports that Rohey Malick Lowe, Mayor of Banjul, the capital of The Gambia, and President of the Network of Locally Elected Women of Africa (REFELA Africa), stated this at the closing ceremony of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) held in […]
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Hikmat Hajiyev thanked journalists – PHOTO

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Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan, Head of the Foreign Policy Affairs Department of the Presidential Administration Hikmat Hajiyev has thanked media representatives. “Elchi” reports that the Assistant to the President expressed his gratitude to the media representatives in the media room who extensively covered the 13th Session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13). […]
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The President has sent a congratulatory letter to the rector of the Eurasian National University

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President Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter to Yerlan Sydykov, Chairman of the Board-Rector of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. elchi reports that the letter states: “I sincerely congratulate you and the staff you lead on the momentous anniversary – the 30th anniversary of the founding of the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (ENU). […]
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The closing ceremony of WUF13 will be held today

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On May 22, 2026, at 15:00, the closing ceremony of the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) will be held. “Elchi” reports that, in this regard, the transportation of event participants from Transport Exchange Centers to the WUF13 venue will be provided until 13:00. Those who will visit the event venue or attend […]