Chapter I  General Provisions

Article 1 The name of this committee is Martial Arts Exchange Committee of China-Cyprus Friendship Promotion Association (hereinafter referred to as “this committee”), and its official English name is MARTIAL ARTS EXCHANGE COMMITTEE OF CHINA & CYPRUS FRIENDSHIP PROMOTION ASSOCIATION.

Article 2 This committee is a non-profit social organization voluntarily formed by martial arts enthusiasts, cultural promoters, and individuals committed to the friendly exchange between China and Cyprus from both countries.

Article 3 The purposes of this committee are:
(1) To comply with the laws of China and Cyprus, and respect the cultural traditions and public morality of both countries;
(2) Using Chinese martial arts as a carrier, to promote sports and cultural exchange between China and Cyprus, and enhance mutual understanding and friendship between the peoples of the two countries;
(3) To promote Chinese martial arts culture, and advance the standardized dissemination and sustainable development of martial arts overseas;
(4) To build a professional platform for sports and cultural exchange between China and Cyprus, providing learning, exhibition, and exchange opportunities for the youth and martial arts enthusiasts of both countries.

Article 4 This committee is registered in Cyprus (specific address subject to the registration certificate) and operates within the scope permitted by the laws of the People’s Republic of China and international practices. This committee accepts the operational guidance of the Chinese Embassy in Cyprus, relevant departments of the Cyprus government, and the General Association of China-Cyprus Friendship Promotion Association.

Chapter II Responsibilities

Article 5 The responsibilities of this committee are:
(1) Martial Arts Teaching and Training
To offer martial arts training classes, master classes, and youth martial arts summer camps in Cyprus and the European region, and to promote Chinese martial arts routines / Taolu, Sanda / Chinese kickboxing, Tai Chi, and health preservation exercises.
(2) Cultural Exchange Activities
To regularly organize martial arts culture festivals, martial arts performances, martial arts photo exhibitions, martial arts film screenings, and other activities, introducing the philosophy and culture behind Chinese martial arts to the people of Cyprus.
(3) Competitions and Performances
To host or undertake China-Cyprus martial arts invitational tournaments and friendly matches, organize members of this committee to participate in local and international martial arts competitions, and conduct public welfare performances such as martial arts into schools and martial arts into communities.
(4) Academic and Theoretical Research
To collect, compile, and translate Chinese martial arts classics and teaching materials, conduct research on martial arts history, culture, and scientific training methods, and publish internal exchange periodicals or electronic materials.
(5) Friendly Exchange Visits
To organize mutual exchange visits between martial arts organizations, athletes, and coaches of China and Cyprus, and assist martial arts enthusiasts in Cyprus to travel to China for further training or to participate in Martial Arts Duanwei Examination.
(6) Public Welfare Promotion
To provide free martial arts experience classes for the children of local overseas Chinese and Cypriot youth, promoting cultural integration.
(7) Undertaking Commissioned Projects
To undertake cultural exchange projects commissioned by the General Association of China-Cyprus Friendship Promotion Association, government departments of both countries, and other friendly organizations.

Chapter III Members

Article 6 Members of this committee are divided into individual members and organizational members.

Article 7 Applicants for membership of this committee must meet the following conditions:
(1) To endorse the constitution of this committee;
(2) To have the intention to join this committee;
(3) To be passionate about martial arts culture or the cause of China-Cyprus friendship.

Article 8  Membership Application Procedure:
(1) Submit a membership application form (individual members must be at least 16 years of age; underage applicants require the consent of a guardian);
(2) Be approved by the council upon discussion;
(3) Be issued a membership certificate by the council.

Article 9 Members shall enjoy the following rights:
(1) The right to elect, the right to be elected, and the right to vote in this committee;
(2) To participate in various activities organized by this committee;
(3) To enjoy priority in accessing the services provided by this committee;
(4) The right to criticize, make suggestions, and supervise the work of this committee;
(5) Voluntary membership and free withdrawal.

Article 10 Members shall fulfill the following obligations:

(1) To comply with the constitution of this committee and implement its resolutions;
(2) To safeguard the lawful rights and reputation of this committee;
(3) To report to this committee and provide relevant information;
(4) To actively promote and publicize martial arts culture.

Article 11 A member who wishes to withdraw shall notify this committee in writing and return the membership certificate. A member who fails to pay membership fees or participate in this committee’s activities for one consecutive year shall be deemed to have voluntarily withdrawn.

Article 12 A member who commits a serious violation of this constitution shall be expelled upon a vote by the council.

Chapter IV Organizational Structure

Article 13 The officers of this committee include the president, vice president, and secretary-general.
(1) The president, vice president, and secretary-general must meet the following conditions:
1. To uphold the laws and friendship principles of both countries, and have full civil capacity;
2. To have significant influence or organizational ability in the field of martial arts or cultural exchange;
3. To be in good health and able to maintain normal work;
4. To have no criminal record.
(2) The president serves as the legal representative of this committee. The president shall not concurrently serve as the legal representative of any other social organization.
(3) The president exercises the following authorities:
1. To convene and preside over the council;
2. To inspect the implementation of resolutions of the members’ general assembly and the council;
3. To sign important documents on behalf of this committee.
(4) The vice president assists the president in carrying out work.
(5) The secretary-general exercises the following authorities:
1. To preside over the daily work of the administrative office and implement the annual work plan;
2. To coordinate the work of various branch and representative offices;
3. To nominate the principal persons in charge of internal and administrative offices for the council’s decision;
4. To handle other daily affairs.

Article 14 President Responsibility System:
The committee implements a president responsibility system. The president is the representative and core of the committee, represents the interests of all members, and bears overall responsibility for the committee and all members. During the recess of the members’ general assembly, the president exercises the highest authority on behalf of all members and holds the final decision-making power in work. When members (or the leadership team) have divergent views on work approaches or other opinions, the president, after broadly soliciting opinions and conducting democratic deliberation, makes the final decision on behalf of the committee.
Work adjustments of other members are decided by the president after discussion among the officers, with each member diligently carrying out their respective responsibilities.

Article 15 Division of Responsibilities:
The principle of consistency of responsibilities, powers, and interests shall be implemented. That is, a specific work assignment entails corresponding responsibilities, carries corresponding powers, and confers corresponding interests. Only in this way can the rights and interests of members be protected from harm and the enthusiasm of members in their work be ensured.

Article 16 The term of office for the president, vice president, and secretary-general of this committee is 5 years per term and may be reelected but no more than two consecutive terms. If special circumstances require an extension of the term, it must be approved by a vote of two-thirds or more of the members at the members’ general assembly.

Chapter V Asset Management

Article 17  The funding sources of this committee are:
(1) Donations (including donations from individuals, enterprises, and friendly organizations);
(2) Government subsidies or allocations from the General Association of China-Cyprus Friendship Promotion Association;
(3) Income from activities or services within the approved scope of business (such as training fees and competition entry fees);
(4) Other lawful income.

Article 18 This committee shall establish a strict financial management system to ensure that accounting records are lawful, authentic, accurate, and complete.
(1) This committee shall employ or commission accounting personnel with professional qualifications;
(2) To report the financial income and expenditure to the members’ general assembly annually;
(3) A financial audit must be conducted before the term change or replacement of the legal representative.

Article 19 The assets of this committee shall not be appropriated, divided privately, or misused by any unit or individual.