Official certificate presentation by Prof Nikolai Sharkov to Dr Nadia Rabedasy A historic milestone has been reached for national oral health with the official presentation of the International Dental Federation (FDI) certificate to the Malagasy Dental Association (ADM) by its president, Prof Nikolai Sharkov. Led by the association's president, Dr Nadia Rabedasy, this global recognition now opens the door to a new era of scientific excellence, continuous training and international integration for dentists of the Great Island. This unprecedented recognition marks a historic turning point for the profession in Madagascar. By joining this world-leading organization, the association proudly represents Madagascar on the global stage. For Dr Nadia Rabedasy, this scientific achievement represents a major opportunity to anchor local dentistry in a dynamic of excellence, modernization and international cooperation. Beyond the symbolic significance of the document presented by Prof Nikolai Sharkov, this partnership offers privileged access to the highest world standards. Madagascar's dentists can now rely on cutting-edge scientific recommendations, benefit from updated continuous training programs and adopt new therapeutic technologies from the international network. Advantages The ultimate objective remains the continuous improvement of care quality provided to patients across the entire national territory. Through this bridge between the Great Island and world experts in oral health, the voices of Malagasy practitioners will now be heard within the major decision-making forums of the profession. A new chapter opens for Malagasy dental medicine. This integration within the global body promises to significantly strengthen expert exchanges, access to innovation and the development of large-scale public health projects, for the direct benefit of the entire population.