Friendship Agreement Signed Between Northern Cyprus and North Macedonia Lions Clubs

A friendship agreement was signed between District 132 North Macedonia and District 135 Northern Cyprus Lions Clubs in a ceremony hosted by the Famagusta-The Othello Citadel Virtual Lions Club. The signing, which took place in Gazimağusa, was attended by Northern Cyprus General Director Fikret Şendil and North Macedonia General Director Hari Kocev, who visited Northern Cyprus for the occasion.

Agreement Highlights

The agreement includes provisions for:

• Youth camps
• Joint Lions activities and projects
• Reciprocal visits between the two districts

Ceremony Details

The event also featured a congratulatory video message from Past International Director Robert Rettby of Switzerland, emphasizing the importance of the collaboration.

Cultural Exchange During the Visit

During their three-day stay, the North Macedonian delegation explored Northern Cyprus’s historical and cultural landmarks, including a tour of the iconic Closed Maraş. The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen cultural ties and deepen understanding between the two regions.

Additional Agreements

As part of the event, a separate friendship agreement was signed between the Famagusta-The Othello Citadel Virtual Lions Club and the Pajko Maalo Skopje Lions Club of North Macedonia. This agreement further solidifies the partnership and encourages collaboration on community-focused initiatives.

A Step Toward Greater Collaboration

The friendship agreement marks a significant milestone in fostering cooperation and mutual understanding between the two Lions districts. The partnership is expected to lead to meaningful projects that benefit youth and communities in both regions.