Azerbaijan hosts CICA Youth Council meeting PHOTO

Azerbaijan is hosting the ninth meeting of the Youth Council of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) as part of its 2024–2026 chairmanship of the regional organisation.

The meeting has brought together 120 delegates from 17 CICA member states to discuss ways of strengthening youth engagement in sustainable urban development, Caliber.Az reports per local media.

This year's session is being held under the theme "Youth Participation in Sustainable Urban Development," with participants exchanging views on the role of young people in promoting inclusive, resilient and environmentally sustainable cities.

In addition to panel discussions and consultations, delegates are expected to adopt a recommendations document outlining proposals and priorities for enhancing youth participation in sustainable urban development across CICA member states.

By Sabina Mammadli