You are warmly invited to a lecture by Dr Foong Ping on the work of Ai Weiwei, organised by the Hulsewé-Wazniewski Foundation and Wereldmuseum Amsterdam. Drawing on the exhibition Ai, Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei, she will discuss the development of his multifaceted practice. The focus will be on the visual and […]
‘China names Dutch spies online as Nexperia row lingers’; ‘The controversy over the collapsed China spy case explained’; ‘A former insider reveals how China spies on citizens at home and in the US’; and many more… These are just a handful of recent headlines in the media. China is often accused of (industrial) espionage. How […]
Join this unique trade delegation to Zhejiang province in China from 15 to 20 June 2026. Get to know Hangzhou, the capital of this province and today the capital of high-tech industry. Think of AI, Logistics, Robotics. You will visit famous companies such as Unitree (dancing robots) and Cainiao (part of Alibaba). In addition to […]
You are welcome to attend an Artist Talk with Ruben Lundgren and Garrie van Pinxteren, moderated by Iris Sikking. They will talk about his work, her new book Control and delete. Memories of authoritarian China and their shared fascination with China. The Artist Talk will take place in the lounge in Ginger of the Hague […]
This documentary is an ode to the first generation of Chinese Dutch people who have built up an indispensable part of the Dutch street scene through hard work. The typical Chinese-Indonesian restaurant is in danger of disappearing from the Dutch street scene. This is also the case with the restaurant of the father of documentary […]
Join us on May 18 in Eindhoven for an engaging China Café where we take a closer look at the world of robotics—beyond the hype. Robots often appear more intelligent than they really are, but what can they actually do today, and where are they already making a real impact? In this accessible and thought-provoking […]
Discover the rich and authentic flavors of Chinese cuisine at the VNC China Dining Club! Join a special culinary journey and explore traditional dishes from different regions of China, from the refined Cantonese cuisine to the spicy and flavorful Sichuan dishes. Each gathering offers not only a delicious meal, but also a unique opportunity to […]
Invitation to VNC China Pubquiz: A Fun and Educational Event for Chinese and Dutch People! Do you enjoy testing your knowledge about China and China in the Netherlands? Or are you simply looking for a fun evening with friends or colleagues? Then you can't miss VNC China Pubquiz! 🎉 Whether you're a true China expert […]
Join us at the China Café with Heleen Mees on 8 June, where we will discuss the profound shifts in the Chinese economy and what they mean for the rest of the world and their impact on business. After the bursting of the real estate bubble in 2020, China was expected to boost its domestic […]
Discover the rich and authentic flavors of Chinese cuisine at the VNC China Dining Club! Join a special culinary journey and explore traditional dishes from different regions of China, from the refined Cantonese cuisine to the spicy and flavorful Sichuan dishes. Each gathering offers not only a delicious meal, but also a unique opportunity to […]
As a festive start to the herring season, the Largest Herring Party (GHP) in the Netherlands will take place on 19 June in the harbour of Scheveningen. VNC, in collaboration with the Vlaggetjesdag Foundation, is organizing a special gathering of Asian and Dutch entrepreneurs and professionals, members and VIP guests. Enjoy a nice drink together […]
Vlaggetjesdag is an annual large-scale folk festival in Scheveningen that celebrates the arrival of the Hollandse Nieuwe herring. It is a combination of culture, history and fish promotion, where the harbor is full of decorated fishing boats and thousands of people enjoy music, markets and fresh herring. For Dutch and foreigners, it is always fascinating […]
