World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2025 preliminary programme

The preliminary programme for the World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2025 in Melbourne, 18-20 November, is now available. This invitation-only event will bring together over 400 leaders in cancer control from around the world.

UICC will welcome over 400 leaders in cancer control to Melbourne this November for the World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2025.

The provisional programme is now available, presenting sessions on national cancer control planning, cancer care in indigenous communities, and the equitable implementation of artificial intelligence in cancer control.

The Summit will also offer numerous networking opportunities, including sponsored sessions, receptions, and spotlight room interviews.

Among the confirmed speakers are Khalid Abdul Ghaffar, Minister of Health and Population of Egypt, Malin Grape, the Swedish ambassador on antimicrobial resistance, and Elisabete Weiderpass, Director of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

With over 70% of the capacity already reached, UICC full members are encouraged to register for the event now or give up their invitation for other participants.

The UICC expresses its gratitude to the Summit hosts, co-hosts, UN partners and sponsors for their invaluable support to the World Cancer Leaders' Summit 2025.

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Monday 07 April 2025

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