Baku, May 14, 2026 – The Europe Today: Representatives of non-governmental organisations, media outlets and digital influencers visited the Baku Olympic Stadium on May 13 for a comprehensive tour of preparations ahead of the 13th session of the World Urban Forum 13, scheduled to take place from May 17 to 22 in Baku.
The site visit was organised by the WUF13 Azerbaijan Operations Company and provided participants with a first-hand overview of the extensive preparations currently underway for the global urban development forum.
The tour was attended by Adil Mammadov, Aygun Aliyeva, Ahmad Ismayilov and Rashad Majid, alongside representatives of local and international media organisations and NGOs.
Participants were informed that construction and fit-out works at the venue are now entering the final stage, with the site expected to be fully completed ahead of the opening ceremony of WUF13.
During the tour, NGO representatives were introduced to the venue’s infrastructure, advanced technological systems and dedicated functional areas designed for the forum. Guests also visited dialogue and meeting rooms, roundtable and special session halls, as well as thematic pavilions that will host key discussions and activities during the event.
Media executives and journalists from television and radio broadcasters, news agencies and other outlets were briefed on facilities established to support press coverage, including the dedicated Media Centre and Press Conference Room.
Organisers noted that the number of registered participants from 180 countries has surpassed 32,000, while more than 1,000 media representatives have registered to cover the event.
Special emphasis was placed on sustainability, inclusivity and accessibility as key priorities in the organisation of the forum. Officials stated that relevant standards and accessibility measures had been integrated throughout every stage of construction to ensure full participation for all attendees.
The visit concluded with an extended question-and-answer session, during which organisers provided detailed updates regarding preparations and logistical arrangements for WUF13.
