WUF13 explores ways to improve quality of life in cities
Baku, May 20, AZERTAC
An event on the theme “From Commitment to Impact - Advancing Quality of Life in Cities as ONE” was held in Baku as part of the 13th Session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13).
The event was dedicated to the formation of a common and unified approach to quality of life in cities by bringing together all UN regional commissions and UN-Habitat.
The discussions emphasized the importance of improving people's quality of life against amid rapid urbanization, housing challenges, climate change and social inequalities. It was noted that the event constitutes the next stage of interregional cooperation between the UN regional commissions and UN-Habitat, which has continued since WUF12. The results of a joint document on quality of life in cities were also presented. It was noted that the document aims to support the improvement of people's living conditions during urban development.
The event also submitted experiences of cities implementing the Quality of Life Initiative, launched by UN-Habitat in 2023 and supported by Saudi Arabia.
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