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Israeli study points to potential breakthrough in spinal cord injury care
23+ min ago (477+ words) Baku, May 18, AZERTAC Spinal cord injuries often worsen in the hours after the initial trauma, as a chain reaction of chemical damage spreads through the nervous system, according to TPS-IL. Now, scientists at Tel Aviv University say they may have…...
WUF13 National Coordinator: The World Urban Forum contributes to shaping a global vision for the future of cities
28+ min ago (699+ words) Az'rtac WUF13 National Coordinator: The World Urban Forum contributes to shaping a global vision for the future of cities Baku, May 18, AZERTAC "The World Urban Forum serves as a significant global platform for shaping the future of our cities. It brings…...
Brazilian participant: WUF13 is an important platform for urban development, housing policy, and environmental issues - AZERTAC
57+ min ago (165+ words) Baku, May 18, AZERTAC "This forum is an important platform for multilateral cooperation and the exchange of experience," said Brazilian participant Carlos Krykhtine in an interview with AZERTAC during the 13th Session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13). Carlos Krykhtine noted that…...
WUF13 participant: Azerbaijan can serve as an example for other countries
34+ min ago (144+ words) Baku, May 18, AZERTAC "The World Urban Forum is of paramount importance. This platform brings together experts from different countries to shape the future of sustainable cities," said Kenyan participant Vera Bukachi in an interview with AZERTAC during the 13th Session of…...
Belarusian Assembly Chairman Igor Sergeyenko arrives in Azerbaijan
43+ min ago (627+ words) Az'rtac Belarusian Assembly Chairman Igor Sergeyenko arrives in Azerbaijan Baku, May 18, AZERTAC Igor Sergeyenko, Chairman of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of the Republic of Belarus, arrived in Azerbaijan on May 18 to participate in the 13th Session of…...
UN official calls for global action and new mechanisms to address housing crisis
35+ min ago (737+ words) Az'rtac UN official calls for global action and new mechanisms to address housing crisis Baku, May 18, AZERTAC "Cities worldwide are under serious pressure today. Urban planning, sustainable living, and ensuring social well-being have become central priorities on the global agenda,…...
Malaysian Minister: Discussions at WUF13 focus on practical approaches to building more inclusive and sustainable cities
48+ min ago (711+ words) Az'rtac Malaysian Minister: Discussions at WUF13 focus on practical approaches to building more inclusive and sustainable cities Baku, May 18, AZERTAC "Cities are not just clusters of buildings, but places of human stories. Urbanization is changing societies at an unprecedented pace, and…...
UN-Habitat: Housing crisis has become a global and systemic challenge
1+ hour, 12+ min ago (701+ words) Az'rtac UN-Habitat: Housing crisis has become a global and systemic challenge Baku, May 18, AZERTAC "Today, approximately 3 billion people worldwide live in inadequate housing conditions. More than 1 billion people reside in slums, while over 300 million people face homelessness. This is no…...
OTS Secretary General arrives in Azerbaijan
1+ hour, 38+ min ago (586+ words) Az'rtac OTS Secretary General arrives in Azerbaijan Baku, May 18, AZERTAC Kubanychbek Omuraliev, Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States, arrived in the Republic of Azerbaijan on May 18 to participate in the 13th Session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13). At…...
Anar Guliyev: WUF13 demonstrates Azerbaijan's commitment to international cooperation in sustainable urban development
1+ hour, 9+ min ago (243+ words) Baku, May 18, AZERTAC Anar Guliyev stated that the primary goal uniting all participants is shaping a better urban future for everyone. The Committee Chairman noted that Azerbaijan's journey leading to WUF13 began many years ago. According to him, national urban forums…...