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Second Day of WUF13 – – PHOTOS

Baku, May 18, AZERTAC

The 13th Session of the United Nations World Urban Forum (WUF13) continues on its second day with a series of events. While the first day was marked by the ministerial meeting, the flag-raising ceremony, and Assembly sessions, today featured the opening of the “Urban Expo” exhibition, the Joint Closing of the Assemblies, and a concert performance by Turkish singer Haluk Levent. Various other events are also currently underway.

WUF13, held under the theme “Housing the World: Safe and Resilient Cities and Communities,” has brought together thousands of participants, including heads of state and government, ministers, mayors, business representatives, academics, and civil society representatives.

AZERTAC presents photos taken by its photographers on the second day of WUF13.

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