On Saturday 20 September, Broese Booksellers is organising an interview and signing session with the Chinese author Zhang Yueran in collaboration with VNC and Prometheus Publishers. Zhang will be interviewed by FD journalist Jeroen Bos. Her novel ‘Cocoon’ was in many ‘Best Books of 2024’ lists and recently her novel ‘Swan Hotel’ was published in […]
At the end of last year, three of our board members visited this exhibition. We were very impressed by the scope, variety, and beauty of this ceramics exhibition curated by a young ambitious Chinese junior curator. Therefore, we want to organize two more visits this year. As last year, the visits will be guided by […]
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 […]
On Friday 10 and Saturday 11 October, Shilin Journal organizes the Rombouts-Shilin Conference at Leiden University and Campus The Hague. For two days, a multifaceted programme will be available with lectures, panels and discussions on China. This year we welcome China journalist Cindy Huijgen, Dr. S.S. Kharchenkova, Dr. V.K.L. Chang, Prof. dr. M. van Crevel […]
Mental health is one of the defining issues of our time. The COVID-19 pandemic, rapid social change, and modern pressures have made mental well-being more pressing than ever. Yet for many immigrants—including the Chinese community in Europe—mental health remains a sensitive or even stigmatized topic. To address this issue, the Foundation of Intercultural Participation of […]
China's leader, Xi Jinping, is one of the most powerful individuals in the world—and one of the least understood. Much can be learned, however, about both Xi Jinping and the nature of the party he leads from the memory and legacy of his father, the revolutionary Xi Zhongxun (1913–2002). How Xi Jinping's upbringing has affected […]
China is rapidly expanding its nuclear energy capacity. By 2040, the country aims to double its capacity and surpass the United States as the world's largest nuclear power producer. This development raises important questions about China's energy security, the role of nuclear power in its energy transition, and the geopolitical implications of this fast-paced expansion. […]
"Millennial Whispers of Paper: Elegance in Artistic Splendor" explores the enduring legacy of paper in Chinese art and its contemporary transformations. Featuring over 80 works by renowned Chinese artists, the exhibition includes paper sculptures, ink paintings, material-based works, and installations that reflect the diversity and creativity of today's paper-based art practices. The works not only […]
GALERIE KUNSTBROEDERS in DE METAAL KATHEDRAAL THE ART EXPERIENCE UTRECHT DE MEERN Friday 17 October: 7-10 pm Saturday 18 October: 11-18 am Sunday 18 October: 11-18 am (address: Rijkstraatweg 20 3545NA Utrecht) Galerie Kunstbroeders invites you to enjoy this Art Experience to the fullest! FEEL THE ART, live the experience! FREE INVITATION Via the link […]
From 18 October there will be a special exhibition Ik Speel, dus ik can be seen in Bergen. Here are works of art by so-called. Toyists on display. Toyism is a fairly recent movement in art and consists of an international collective of artists. VNC members are cordially invited to attend the opening of this […]
We are delighted that you are joining us, alongside many other leaders and experts, to the Creative Industry Dialogue, taking place on October 22 at Capital C in Amsterdam and October 23 at the Crowne Plaza in Antwerp. Across the Benelux, creativity is driving new frontiers in architecture, interior design, and material innovation. As global […]
China is changing the world—and the world is responding. In just a few decades, China has gone from isolated state to global powerhouse, reshaping politics, culture, and the fight for democracy across Asia. From Hong Kong’s streets to youth movements in Thailand and Myanmar, the ripple effects are impossible to ignore. Join us for an […]
