The advancements of Turkmenistan in urban planning and innovation will be highlighted at the 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), set to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan. This announcement was made during a working meeting in Arkadag City, attended by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. Co-organized by the Government of Azerbaijan and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), this international platform will serve as a venue to present the unique concept of Turkmenistan’s first "smart" city.

The participation of the Turkmen delegation in such a prestigious global forum underscores the international community's growing interest in Turkmenistan’s experience in creating sustainable urban environments. The presentation will focus on the various international certificates and accolades that Arkadag City has earned since its inauguration. The exhibition will demonstrate how the integration of cutting-edge ecological and technological standards has resulted in a futuristic city designed with human well-being and comfort at its core.

A key theme of the presentation will involve the implementation of digital platforms for urban management. The National Leader emphasized that the use of smart systems allows for high levels of efficiency in the consumption of electricity, natural gas, and water resources. Arkadag City’s model for digitalizing municipal services and public utilities is regarded as a significant contribution to the global strategy for smart city development, attracting professional interest from international urban planners and experts.

The upcoming visit of the Turkmen delegation to Baku aims not only to showcase national successes but also to engage in an active exchange of expertise with foreign colleagues. The National Leader expressed confidence that the forum would yield productive results in strengthening the country’s international reputation. Showcasing technological sovereignty and a commitment to sustainable development at a UN-Habitat venue reaffirms Turkmenistan’s leadership in executing modern architectural and digital infrastructure projects.