Discover Maastricht's surprising China connections What do Maastricht and China have in common? More than you might think. During this special city walk, you will discover how the history of Maastricht has surprising interfaces with the economic, cultural and political development of China. We start at 14:00 in the beautiful City Hall of Maastricht. During […]
On Monday 5 October, the Netherlands-China Association (VNC), in collaboration with Leiden Asia Centre (LAC), is organising a book presentation with journalist and China expert Garrie van Pinxteren. On the occasion of the publication of her new book 'Control and delete. Memories of authoritarian China' , Van Pinxteren talks to LAC director Floris Harm about […]
Discover the secrets of a HEALTHY LIFE IN CHINA – travel with VNC! €2.495 p.p. Now with Early Bird discount of €75 p.p. !! Step into a world where ancient wisdom meets modern health insights. From October 10 to 24, 2026, VNC, in collaboration with Dimsum Reizen, invites you on a unique group journey through […]
Dutch-Chinese collaboration and the opportunities that arise when two very different creative cultures meet. When you visit the Nanjing University of the Arts exhibition at Dutch Design Week, you may find yourself wondering: What makes Chinese design distinctly Chinese? How are today’s designers influenced by China’s long history, culture and rapidly changing society? And what […]
After Italy, China is the country with the most World Heritage Sites in the world: no less than sixty! During this lecture, Monique Groeneveld will take us on a virtual journey and visit a selection of the most impressive and iconic places, which together reflect the rich history and enchanting culture of China. We start […]
