On 1 October 2026, Ambassador of China to Cyprus Yang Yundong attended the reception marking the 66th anniversary of the independence of Cyprus, which was held by President Nikos Christodoulides. 

Ambassador Yang said that 1 October is the National Day for both China and Cyprus, and he would like to extend congratulations on the 66th anniversary of the independence of Cyprus. Ambassador Yang noted that as this year marks the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the 5th anniversary of the strategic partnership between China and Cyprus, the Chinese side is ready to work together with Cypriot side to build an even more productive strategic partnership between the two countries. 

President Christodoulides extended festive greetings to the friendly Chinese government and people. He expressed commitment to further strengthen high-level interactions and mutually beneficial cooperation with the Chinese side, so as to bring bilateral ties to a new high. 

Ambassador Yang also attended the military parade of the Independence Day of Cyprus.