Over 100 representatives from media organizations, government agencies, diplomatic missions, universities, think tanks, and enterprises from China, Cyprus, and other European countries will participate in the China-Cyprus-Europe Media Forum, which is being held in Nicosia from 21 to 23 October.
The Forum is jointly organized by the Chinese Embassy in Cyprus, the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation, Cyprus Mail, Xinhua News Agency Europe Bureau, China Media Group European Bureau, and Kuaishou Technology.
According to a press release by the Chinese Embassy in Cyprus, under the theme ‘Era of Great Transformation: A Shared Future for Humanity-Deepening Media Exchanges and Cooperation, and Jointly Shaping a Bright Future for China-Cyprus and China-Europe Relations’, participants will engage in in-depth discussions on three topics, ‘Media Interactions and Cooperation Boost the Development of China-Cyprus and China-Europe Relations’, ‘Media’s Shared Social and International Responsibilities in the Era of Great Transformation’, and ‘Media Development with AI Empowerment: Cooperation and Regulation’, while special TV program will be filmed.
It is added that the Forum will also feature a range of activities, including media partnership pitch event, joint media exhibition, joint interview, and field visits, will issue the Declaration of China-Cyprus-Europe Media Forum, and see the signing of cooperation agreements among participating media organizations.
As stated, the year 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the European Union, the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War, and the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, while in 2026, China and Cyprus will celebrate the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties and the 5th anniversary of their strategic partnership, and Cyprus will hold the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union in the first half of the year.
It is further noted that against this backdrop, the Forum aims to build an open and inclusive platform for dialogue, fostering multi-dimensional and in-depth exchanges among Chinese, Cypriot, and European media, seeking to jointly tell the stories of China-Cyprus friendship, China-Europe cooperation, and global peace and development and usher in a new chapter of China-Cyprus and China-Europe media cooperation, and is expected to contribute media strength to the healthy development of China-Cyprus and China-Europe relations, the creation of a fairer and more equitable global governance system, and the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.
In a video message at the opening ceremony of the Forum, the President of the House of Representaives, Annita Demetriou, said that in today’s world where crises and geopolitical tensions dominate headlines, the media can play a vital role in strengthening bilateral relations, bringing people closer together, highlighting opportunities for cooperation, and building trust and understanding.
She added that the people of Cyprus deeply value China’s principled stance, as a permanent member of the UN Security Council, regarding the Cyprus problem, as well as its consistent support for the ongoing efforts to resume substantive negotiations aimed at reaching a just and viable settlement, in line with international law and relevant UN resolutions, ‘a settlement that will reunify our country under conditions of lasting peace, stability, and prosperity, to the benefit of all Cypriots, especially our youth’.
She also acknowledged, on this occasion, the significant contribution of the Embassy of China in Nicosia and, in particular, of Ambassador Liu Yantao, to the further strengthening of the relations and cooperation between the two countries, including at the parliamentary level.
‘The House of Representatives strongly supports such meaningful initiatives that promote dialogue and cooperation. Only by joining efforts can we effectively address current challenges, combat disinformation, support responsible journalism and shape a brighter future for Cyprus, China, and Europe’, she concluded.
Cyprus has been divided since 1974, when Turkish troops invaded and occupied 37% of its territory.