The Technical Engineering College at Al-Mustaqbal University, represented by the Department of Building and Construction Engineering Technologies, in cooperation with the Academic Syndicate / Babylon Branch and the Al-Mustaqbal Center for Energy Research, organized the Fifth Sustainable Cities Forum under the theme “Renewing the City: Adequate Housing for All”, in conjunction with World Cities Day 2026. The forum was held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the Presidency Hall of Al-Mustaqbal University, Babylon, Iraq, bringing together academic and research perspectives to discuss urban planning, sustainable development, and the provision of adequate housing that responds to community needs. The forum addressed the importance of exchanging academic expertise and research perspectives on urban regeneration and improving the quality of the urban environment, while highlighting the role of educational and research institutions in developing sustainable solutions and promoting innovation in construction and urban planning. The event reflects the University’s commitment to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Sustainable Cities and Communities, while strengthening institutional partnerships and collaborative efforts in sustainable urban development.