Mukhtar Babayev: Climate change is reshaping urban realities across the world
Baku, May 19, AZERTAC
“Hosting WUF13 reflects the growing international recognition of Azerbaijan's active role in advancing sustainable development, climate action, and multilateral cooperation under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev,” Mukhtar Babayev, Representative of the President of Azerbaijan for Climate Issues, said in a video address to the participants of an event organized by the Ministry on the theme “Early Warning and Climate-Resilient Cities,” as part of WUF13.
“COP29 in Baku demonstrated Azerbaijan's strong commitment to global climate cooperation and practical climate action. It delivered important outcomes on climate change adaptation and implementation, while also highlighting the need to strengthen resilience in cities and communities facing growing climate crises,” the Presidential Envoy noted.
“Climate change is reshaping urban realities across the world. Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent, more intense, and less predictable. According to the World Meteorological Organization, the last decade has been the warmest on record, while the last three years were the hottest ever observed globally.
Cities are increasingly at the center of these events. Heatwaves, storms, droughts, and landslides are already damaging infrastructure, disrupting essential services, and affecting millions of people worldwide. Early warning systems help reduce loss of life and injury, minimize economic losses, and protect critical infrastructure during climate-related hazards.
No country can build resilience alone. No city can adapt alone. Partnerships, science, technology, and international cooperation will be essential in shaping climate-resilient urban futures.
Azerbaijan remains committed to contributing to their efforts and to strengthening dialogue and cooperation. We hope the session will contribute to stronger dialogue and practical cooperation,” Mukhtar Babayev added.
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