WUF13 in Baku key for 2030 goals, says UN-Habitat chief

The World Urban Forum's 13th session (WUF13) in Baku plays a significant role in achieving the 2030 goals, said Anacláudia Rossbach, Executive Director of the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat).

According to Report, she made the remarks during the World Assembly of Local and Regional Governments held within WUF13.

Rossbach noted that the forum also emphasizes the role of local and regional governments in monitoring and evaluating these processes.

"The new Strategic Plan for 2026–2029 focuses on housing, access to housing and basic services, as well as the transformation of informal settlements," she said.