An independent association whose goal is knowledge about, and dialogue with, China.

An independent association whose goal is knowledge about, and dialogue with, China.

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+

Hainan Open Classic Rally 2024 by Paul van de Kerkhof

At the port of Rotterdam on September 6, our 1967 Volvo Amazon “disappears” into a 40-foot container, only to emerge unscathed at the port of Hainan on November 8. A relief for us and the beginning of a beautiful adventure on the island of Hainan; the Hainan Open Classic Rally

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China NOW almost half a century old

Jaap Post There have been more than a few attempts to publish a journal about China in recent decades. None of those attempts has had a long life. So we are rightly proud that our magazine China Now has been around for almost 50 years. Leading up to the 50th

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Old and new legends of Stone Town

Angela Heping Angela Heping takes us on her travels to China in China NOW+. She travels far off the beaten path and lets us enjoy her special experiences and encounters in words and pictures. I can’t remember when I first heard about Stone Town in Baoshan County, which is part

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Language with character

Floor Perquin This column covers all kinds of different aspects of the Chinese language. Floor Perquin is an interpreter, translator and Chinese language teacher. 秋 About grain and fire By now it is the time of year when the days are slowly getting shorter and colder again: it is autumn,

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The life of Liu Yuan-tao

How love of Chinese culture led a Dutch patrician to Taiwan Simeon Vonk Throughout history, many Dutch men and women have voluntarily served in foreign armies. Some sought adventure, others went for the money. There were also those driven by idealism and love for a country other than their native

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