On 3 March 2026, the Embassy of China in North Macedonia, together with the Confucius Institute at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University joined International School Maximilian in celebrating the Lantern Festival on the latter's campus. Ambassador Jiang Xiaoyan and Principal Jordanovska attended and addressed the event. 

Young diplomats from the Embassy gave a  presentation on Spring Festival customs. Volunteers from the Confucius Institute showcased traditional Chinese performances, tea ceremony, paper-cutting and calligraphy to teachers, students and their parents.