Dear Colleagues and Esteemed Guests!
It is a great honor for me, as President of the Asia-Pacific Organization for Cancer Prevention (APOCP) Regional Conference, to welcome you to this important event, held on October 2–3, 2025, in Kokshetau city, Republic of Kazakhstan, and dedicated to the 75th anniversary of Kokshetau Higher Medical College. In an era marked by rapid technological transformation and global health challenges, this conference serves as a vital scientific and professional platform: fostering knowledge exchange, expanding interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthening regional partnerships in the fields of oncology and nursing. This event represents a key milestone in our collective mission: to reduce the cancer burden; to elevate the role of nursing professionals; and to enhance healthcare systems through innovation, equity in care delivery, and the development of sustainable infrastructure. As we move forward in a post-pandemic world, transformative technologies: including AI-assisted diagnostics, molecular profiling, personalized therapies, and digital health integration; are reshaping oncology practice. However, at the heart of lasting change lies the collaboration between science, policy, and clinical communities to implement effective and sustainable cancer control strategies. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the Department of Public Health of the Akmola Region and Kokshetau Higher Medical College for their outstanding organization and ongoing commitment. Their efforts have turned this conference into a true hub of international cooperation and professional exchange. To all participants: Your dedication and expertise in epidemiology, molecular oncology, digital health, nursing, and palliative care are critical to the transformation of cancer care across the Asia-Pacific region. During these days, we will address innovations in liquid biopsy, telemedicine, community-based prevention strategies, and approaches to strengthening the nursing workforce. Let this conference not only enrich our professional knowledge but also give rise to actionable strategies that will define the future of cancer prevention, treatment, and nursing across our countries. Our vision of a cancer-free world calls for scientific integrity, political will, and, above all, unwavering commitment to humanism and cooperation: the values that bring us together here today.
With Respect and Optimism, Dr. Nariman Yermek
