Culture and society
Since its founding, the association has been actively contributing to spreading Chinese culture in the Netherlands. Because China is rich in history, diversity and is culturally very exciting.
As an association, we have many a member who takes us to different elements of that rich culture. We have an eye for tradition, but certainly also for modern and new forms of expression. We also cover social issues such as aging and offer extensive coverage of travelogues.
The VNC also sees itself as a platform for other organizations that play a role in spreading Chinese culture. If you have an interesting cultural topic or event, please contact us at info@vnc-china.nl
ChinaNow+
Language with Character
by Floor Perquin Merry Christmas! Anyone who has been to China more often will have noticed that ‘our’ Christian Christmas has also made its appearance in China. The Christmas cards and mega-sized Santa Clauses in a snowy landscape on illuminated stages are also not to be missed in southern cities,
A fascinating journey through the manufacturing world of China, past and present
Made in China at the Wereldmuseum Amsterdam by Marilou den Outer China – factory of the world. China – as a label in your new sweater. Powned recently broadcast the four-part TV series ‘Made in China’, after which the image of ‘the land of that cheap rubbish’ lingers. But of
About Liangpiao and the table of twelve, report by the VNC eating club
by Astrid Bouwman After a break of several months, there was another edition of the VNC eating club on December 12. This time in Leiden, at restaurant Asian Palace. This time, the call had brought together a full table of twelve lovers of Cantonese food from all over the country.
In the spotlight: Chi Lau
by Astrid Bouwman Chi Lau is now a familiar face within VNC. His career from member to board member and then to secretary took place within three years. In addition to his secretary duties, he participates in various subgroups and initiates continouosly activities such as the company visit to Huawei
Spoiled by public transport in China
by Lieven Walther One of the things that amazes me most about China is how easy it is to get from A to B here. In the Netherlands, I quickly feel dependent on my bike or car again. After all, it is well known, public transport doesn’t take you everywhere
Interview with Mark Leenhouts
by Robert van Kan On 12 September, sinologist Mark Leenhouts was awarded the Martinus Nijhoff Prize 2025, the prestigious literary translation prize of the Cultuurfonds, for his translations from Chinese. The jury describes him as an advocate of both the Chinese and Dutch languages: his work opens worlds, connects perspectives
🎉 VNC celebrated Sinterklaas with Chinese families in The Hague! 🇳🇱🇨🇳
Last Sunday, the VNC organized a cheerful Sinterklaas afternoon — and what a wonderful party it was! For many children it was the very first time that they could experience Sinterklaas together with mom and dad. Saint Nicholas was visibly delighted to see so many Chinese children, and their enthusiasm
One country, two systems – een vergelijkend politieonderzoek
by Ans Hooft My girlfriend T had lost her phone. That’s a disaster everywhere in the world, but especially in China. Without a phone you can’t pay for anything anymore, unless you still have a stack of cash at home. Without a phone you also can’t get to work, because
China NU almost half a century old, part 8
by Jaap Post If you have been a member of VNC for some time, you undoubtedly still have a pile of magazines lying around, the China NU. A beautiful magazine, in which a wealth of information can be found. For ChinaNU+, Jaap Post reads them all again in the run-up
