Albanian deputy PM praises Baku as global hub of dialogue at WUF13

Foreign policy
  • 18 May, 2026
  • 18:13
Albanian deputy PM praises Baku as global hub of dialogue at WUF13

Deputy Prime Minister of Albania Albana Koçiu has described Baku as one of the world's key centers of connectivity, dialogue, and forward-looking ambition under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev.

According to Report, Koçiu made the remarks during the Leaders' Summit held within the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku.

She said it was a great honor to be in the Azerbaijani capital, emphasizing that Baku has become not only an energy connectivity hub but also a global platform for dialogue and ideas.

Koçiu highlighted initiatives such as the Baku Process, the Baku International Dialogue Forum, COP29-related climate initiatives, the Baku Call for Climate Action for Peace, Relief and Recovery, the Baku Adaptation Roadmap, and the Baku Initiative on Human Development for Climate Resilience.

She noted that through these initiatives, Baku has positioned itself at the center of today"s most pressing global discussions, including peace, climate action, human development, and sustainability.