cyprus china — cyprus china — President Nikos Christodoulides met Chinese Premier Li Qiang in New York on Thursday, reaffirming the strong Cyprus–China relationship and pledging to deepen cooperation across key sectors.
During their discussions, Christodoulides highlighted the strategic partnership that has “matured over the years,” emphasising mutual respect and understanding grounded in the principles of the UN Charter. He expressed a commitment to multilateralism, especially in these challenging global times, and looked forward to his upcoming visit to China.
Cyprus china: Support for Cyprus on the International Stage
Christodoulides also expressed appreciation for China’s consistent backing of Cyprus in the UN Security Council concerning the ongoing Cyprus problem. He noted that China, as a permanent member of the Security Council, plays a crucial role in facilitating negotiations and resolving the issue in line with established resolutions.
Commitment to the One China Policy
The Cypriot President reaffirmed his country’s long-standing support for the One China policy during the meeting. The leaders exchanged views on various international developments, including the situations in the Middle East and Ukraine, reflecting their shared interests in global stability.
Future Cooperation and EU Relations
Looking ahead, Christodoulides indicated that Cyprus would continue to foster cooperation between the European Union and China. He pointed out that Cyprus’s upcoming presidency of the EU Council in early 2026 presents a significant opportunity to enhance dialogue and collaboration between the EU and China.
