Rasi Leaves for Cairo for Opening of WUF12 World Urban Forum

Bratislava, November 3 (TASR) - Investment, Regional Development and Informatisation Minister Richard Rasi (Voice-SD) has left for Cairo, Egypt, on Sunday to attend the opening of the 12th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12), one of the largest events of the United Nations (UN), TASR was told by the ministry's communication department. The WUF12 World Urban Forum session focuses on local action for sustainable cities and communities. "This year's theme 'It all starts at home: Local action for sustainable cities and communities' encourages the exploration of the cultural, social, economic and environmental dimensions of urban life," noted the department, adding that with more than 6,500 participants from 160 countries, it is a space for exchanging ideas and experience, learning and collaboration. According to the ministry, key topics of discussion at the event include appropriate housing for all, cities and the climate crisis, partnerships and coalitions to bridge global goals with local realities, unlocking local financing for sustainable development, using technology to improve quality of life, and building safe homes in the face of destruction and displacement. am