Bangladesh will host the European Society for Medical Oncology's (ESMO) certification examination in 2025, marking the first time the globally recognised oncology credentialing test will be administered in the country.

The move signals a growing recognition of Bangladesh's expanding medical education infrastructure and rising role in global cancer care. The exam, a benchmark of clinical competence in oncology, is taken annually by physicians worldwide seeking international certification.

The local session is scheduled to take place in Dhaka at a designated academic institution under ESMO supervision. Hosting the exam is expected to lower access barriers for Bangladeshi oncologists, who previously had to travel abroad to sit for the test. The change is likely to boost participation and enhance the domestic pool of globally certified cancer specialists.

Founded in 1975, ESMO is the world's leading professional body for medical oncologists, with over 30,000 members in more than 170 countries. The organization provides educational resources, clinical practice guidelines, and support for cancer research.