Cyprus is now leading the European Union. This important job started on January 7th. A big party happened in Nicosia. Many important people from other countries came. This was a special plan. It showed Cyprus is important in the world. It also showed they want to help Europe.
Many leaders were at the party. The leaders of the EU Council and Commission came. President Volodymyr Zelensky from Ukraine was there too. This shows Cyprus wants to help Ukraine. They want Ukraine to join the EU. President Maia Sandu from Moldova also came. This shows they help countries with problems.
Cyprus will also talk to countries near Europe. Leaders from Lebanon and Iraq will come. Leaders from the Gulf and Arab League will also be there. Cyprus wants to connect the EU and the Middle East. They say Cyprus can be a bridge.
Many things were done for the party. Artists and police practiced. Safety was very important. They also planned for traffic. This showed how important this job is for Cyprus.
President Nikos Christodoulides started his job on January 1st. He wants to make Europe strong. He wants to talk to other places. The job will help Ukraine join the EU. It will also help world laws. He said helping Ukraine is very important.
Leaders also had meetings. They talked and had a dinner. Cyprus wants to use this chance to help itself and the EU. The guests show strong support. It can also help make good links in the world.