BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VNC | Vereniging Nederland China - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:VNC | Vereniging Nederland China X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/ X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VNC | Vereniging Nederland China REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Amsterdam BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260213T211500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260213T230000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260121T132819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T132819Z UID:10000165-1771017300-1771023600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:🎉🎬 CinemAsia x Filmhuis Den Haag: Lunar New Year celebration 13–24 February DESCRIPTION:🎉🐎 CinemAsia celebrates Lunar New Year in Filmhuis Den Haag \nIn the run-up to the 18th edition of the CinemAsia Film Festival\, CinemAsia invites you to celebrate Lunar New Year together at Filmhuis Den Haag\, from 13 to 24 February 2026. In honor of the Year of the Horse\, CinemAsia presents a festive film program that focuses on family\, identity\, desire and connection — themes that transcend generations and cultures. \nThe Lunar New Year Celebration brings cinema\, culture and community together with special film screenings\, complemented by a warm\, collaborative atmosphere that suits this period of renewal and reflection. \nđŸŽžïž Film programme \nThe Joy Luck Club ć–œçŠäŒš\nUnited States\, 1993 | Director: Wayne Wang\nFour Chinese-American women form a mahjong club in San Francisco\, connected by friendship and shared history. Their stories intertwine with those of their mothers\, who carry their past with them as immigrants. A moving film about family ties\, cultural identity and intergenerational understanding. \nSaturday 14 February\, 6:45 pm\nFriday 20 February\, 3:45 pm \nVive L’Amour æ„›æƒ…èŹæ­Č (4K restoration)\nTaiwan\, 1995 | Director: Tsai Ming-Liang | recently restored classic\, presented by the Taiwan Film and Audiovisual Institute.\nThree lonely people unknowingly share an empty apartment in Taipei. A minimalist and poetic portrait of longing and isolation in the big city. \nFriday 13 February\, 21:15h\nTuesday 17 February\, 18:30h \nThe Farewell ćˆ„ć‘ŠèšŽć„č\nUnited States\, 2019 | Director: Lulu Wang\nWhen Billi’s Chinese-American family finds out that their beloved grandmother has terminal lung cancer\, they decide not to inform her. Instead\, they organize an impromptu wedding in China to say goodbye together. An intimate\, warm and sometimes humorous story about love\, family responsibility and the clash between Eastern and Western values. \nSunday 15 February\, 4:15 pm\nThursday 19 February\, 9:15 pm \nThe Grandmaster 䞀代柗枫\nHong Kong / China\, 2013 | Director: Wong Kar Wai\nA visually overwhelming portrait of Wing Chun master Ip Man\, against the backdrop of a changing China. About discipline\, loss and preserving tradition. \nSunday 15 February\, 6:45 pm\nTuesday 24 February\, 9:15 pm \n✹ Extra festive evening on Saturday 14 February\nOn Valentine’s Day\, CinemAsia makes the celebration extra special in collaboration with Eastern Playground\, with mahjong and karaoke. A perfect opportunity to get together\, vent with love songs and sing along to heartbreaking classics. \nFor more info and tickets\, go to cinemasia.nl URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/%f0%9f%8e%89%f0%9f%8e%ac-cinemasia-x-filmhuis-den-haag-lunar-new-year-celebration-13-24-february/ CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/CinemAsia_Filmhuis-DenHaag_Lunar-New_year-2026-IQ33Hs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260217T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20251005T095920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T095920Z UID:10000125-1771315200-1771347600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:VNC Competition for secondary school students DESCRIPTION:What fascinates you about China? \nDo you like to learn more about China and do you want to enthuse others about this fascinating country that is becoming increasingly important in the world? Then grab your chance now and participate in the VNC Competition\, organized in collaboration with Nuffic! We challenge you with a creative assignment in which you show in words or images what fascinates you about China and with that you have a chance to win great prizes. The five best entries will be published on the VNC website and will be rewarded with a Chinese candy package\, and the strongest will also win two cinema vouchers! \n 📱 So\, will you join us? Show what fascinates you about China! \n🎯 Theme\nChina is a country full of contrasts: centuries-old traditions alongside modern technology\, centuries-old philosophies alongside lightning-fast innovation.What appeals to you about it? Maybe you admire the art\, the science\, the way people work together\, or a Chinese idea that makes you think. \nShow in words or images what fascinates you personally about China! \n\n💡 Purpose of the competition\nThis competition wants to challenge you to: \n\nthink about what appeals to you personally in Chinese culture\, history\, or society;\nmake connections between your own world and what you discover about China;\nShow your creativity in an original form of expression\, attractive for others to read or watch.\n\n\nđŸ–‹ïž What do you have to do?\nCreate an entry that shows what fascinates you about China.This can be done in various ways: \n✍ Essay\, poem or letter – write about what touches you and why; max 500 words \nđŸŽ„ Video\, drawing\, photo collage or vlog – show what appeals to you in images; max 1.5 minutes or 1 A4 \nYou may work alone or participate in groups of up to 3 students. \n\nđŸ« For whom?\nFor secondary school students (all levels). \n\n🏆 Assessment criteria\nThe jury pays attention to: \n\nPersonal reflection – do you show what really inspires you or makes you think?\nOriginality – is your angle or elaboration surprising or creative?\nDepth of content – do you show that you have discovered or learned something about China?\nDesign/presentation – is the work neat\, clear and made with attention?\n\nPRICES! \nThe five best entries will be published on the VNC website so that others can share in your fascination. In addition\, they are rewarded with a Chinese candy package (1 per person in the form of group entry) and the strongest will also win two cinema vouchers (2 per person in the form of group entry). \n\n⏰ Submission conditions\n\nEntries must be received before Chinese New Year on February 17\, 2026\nMention your name\, age\, school\, subject and class at work.\nDigital submissions (text\, scan of drawing\, video\, photos) can be emailed to lianne.baaij@vnc-china.nl\n\nWho is VNC anyway? Our mission is clear: Brings China closer. We do this by sharing fascinating articles and organizing inspiring events in the cultural\, business and scientific fields. Feel free to take a look at our website and discover what we have to offer. Who knows\, you might follow us soon! \nTip for teachers: You can incorporate this competition into many lessons\, in language lessons\, history\, geography\, maarschappijleer\, you name it. Have your students think about China\, a country that we can no longer ignore. The competition will be published in the Nuffic newsletter and will be repeated. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/vnc-competition-for-secondary-school-students/ LOCATION:VNC kantoor\, Burgemeester van Karnebeeklaan 6\, Den Haag\, 2585BB CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260215T190027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T190027Z UID:10000184-1771459200-1775001599@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:'Meer Dan Babi Pangang' Release DESCRIPTION:Genre: documentary\nLength: 71 min.\nLanguage spoken: Dutch\, Cantonese \nIn More Than Babi Pangang\, the Chinese-Dutch documentary maker Julie Ng investigates the success and imminent demise of the Chinese-Indonesian restaurant\, based on Golden House\, her father’s restaurant in Rozenburg. What starts as a search for the origins of the dish babi pangang\, grows into a personal and emotional exploration of her cultural and culinary identity as a Chinese Dutchman. Why do Chinese-Indonesian restaurants serve dishes that Chinese people don’t eat at home? What does that say about adaptation\, perception and the way in which cultures relate to each other? And why is it that many Dutch people think of ‘the Chinese’ mainly as babi pangang – a dish that has emerged from the cross-pollination of three cultures: the Chinese\, the Indonesian and the Dutch. The dish has an Indian origin and name\, was adapted by Chinese restaurateurs and is fully tailored to the taste of their Dutch customers. \nMore Than Babi Pangang is an ode to the first generation of Chinese Dutch people who worked hard to build an indispensable part of the Dutch street scene. At the same time\, it is an invitation to look beyond the takeaway menu. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/meer-dan-babi-pangang-release/ LOCATION:Nederland\, Netherlands CATEGORIES:Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Babi-Pangang-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Periscoop Film":MAILTO:devaniyo@periscoopfilm.nl END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260221T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260221T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260217T210434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T210434Z UID:10000186-1771669800-1771684200@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Chinese New Year in Brabant! February 21 : Presentation "Dragons\, Horses and Priests". DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, dragons and horses have played an important role in Chinese history. On the occasion of the Chinese New Year\, the Histotainment lecture (in Brabant) goes back to the beginning of the Qing rule:\n the Ming dynasty has been expelled\, but there are still many rebellious hotspots in the country itself. Emperor Kangxi must therefore pull out all the stops to unify the new Chinese empire. And then expand.\nHow will he tackle the problems? You will hear it during this fascinating lecture by cultural historian Drs. Ingrid van Leeuwen.\nThis is followed by the homemade\, Chinese 3-course lunch.\nProgram:\n10.30 a.m.: Reception with coffee and Lychees-tartelettes. 11.00 a.m.: Presentation “Dragons\, Horses\, Priests”\, followed by Chinese music (not live) 12.30 p.m.: Homemade lunch with an adaptation of Chinese dishes.\nPie with black mushrooms\, lotus root and a dessert with Goji berries and fruits are served. 2.30 p.m.: closing.\nRegistration until 19 February.\nAbout the speaker: after successfully completing the History study at Radboud University\, Ingrid van Leeuwen worked in education for many years. In 2013 she founded Histotainment\, a cultural-historical company specializing in lectures on High-Society in the distant past. Both Europe and China are covered.\nAt the moment there are more than 40 lectures\, in combination with ‘High-Food’ (home-cooked lunches or dinners) of the country in question. Both in Esch (near Den Bosch) and on location. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/chinese-new-year-in-brabant-february-21-presentation-dragons-horses-and-priests/ LOCATION:Huize Hal\, Hal 31\, 5296 PZ ESCH\, Esch\, Noord-Brabant\, 5296 PZ CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/G.Castiglione.Horse_Chaonier-zq2HUz.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Histotainment lezingen":MAILTO:info@histotainment.nl END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260221T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260221T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260129T101808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T211140Z UID:10000172-1771678800-1771689600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:VNC China Dining Club: Chinese New Year Edition DESCRIPTION: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 learn more about the dishes themselves. During dinner\, you will receive detailed explanations about the ingredients\, preparation methods and cultural background of each dish\, so that you not only enjoy the food\, but also the story behind it. \nYou can count on a convivial meal at round tables\, where the selected dishes are served with explanations and you will discover the secrets of Chinese culinary traditions together with other gourmets. \nExplore changing restaurants in major cities such as Amsterdam\, The Hague and Rotterdam\, and let yourself be pampered with surprising flavors! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of Chinese cuisine\, discover new flavors\, and learn more about the rich Chinese culture. Sign up quickly for an evening full of discoveries\, conviviality and taste! \n \nThis Edition: Cantonese Dim Sum Lunch \nVNC China Dining Club 7\nCantonese dimsum lunch \nSaturday Februari 21st\, 2026 13.00 – 16.00 uur \nRestaurant Full Moon Garden \nLeidsestraat 95\nAmsterdam \nTo celebrate the start of the Year of the Horse\, we are diving into the world of Cantonese Dim Sum. While typically enjoyed as breakfast in China\, we’ll be enjoying them for lunch. \nExpect a wonderful variety of flavors\, from classic meat and shrimp dumplings to unique specialties like sticky rice with chicken\, congee\, and the famous ‘egg tart’. \nOur host\, OEY Toen Ping\, will enlighten us with a remarkable collection of Chinese Zodiac figures. These are replicas of the world-renowned statues from the Yuan Ming Yuan (Old Summer Palace) in Beijing. During the Second Opium War of 1860 the English and French soldiers destroyed the palace and looted these invaluable art pieces. \nAt the end of the luch there will be a surprise to truly welcome the Chinese New Year \n \nPrices: \n€36 for VNC members and €44 for non members \nYou can register for the VNC Dining Club here. Welcome! \nHelaas dit evenement heeft reeds plaatsgevonden. Er zijn geen tickets meer te koop. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/vnc-china-dining-club-chinese-new-year-edition/ LOCATION:Full Moon Garden – Dim Sum & Cantonese Cuisine\, Leidsestraat 95\, Amsterdam\, 1017 NZ\, Netherlands CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event,Vol ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/food-china-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260217T211258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T211258Z UID:10000189-1772110800-1772128800@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Ivens Meet China 2025: A Special Screening & Conversation with Director Zhang Tongdao DESCRIPTION:Why did Joris Ivens spend fifty years filming China — and call it his second homeland? Haunted by this question\, Dutch filmmaker Rene Seegers retraces Ivens’ footsteps from Europe to Hong Kong and mainland China\, searching for the faces and places once captured on film. In uncovering forgotten encounters and hidden stories\, he reveals a profound bond between a filmmaker and a country that shaped a lifetime.\nAbout the Director\nFilm director and professor Zhang Tongdao specializes in human-oriented documentaries that allow their subjects to tell their own stories. He captures his protagonists with authenticity and a strong sense of lived reality.\nHe has conducted extensive research on Joris Ivens’ Chinese documentaries (1958–1976) and his final film\, A Tale of the Wind (1988)\, and created a four-part film on Ivens’ work in cooperation with RenĂ© Seegers. His crew revisited locations featured in Ivens’ films and interviewed eyewitnesses\, including former crew members and individuals portrayed in the original documentaries.\nfree upon registration URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/ivens-meet-china-2025-a-special-screening-conversation-with-director-zhang-tongdao/ LOCATION:Jungle Amsterdam\, Tweede van Swindenstraat 26\, Amsterdam\, Noord Holland\, 1093 VS\, Nederland CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Special-screening-IVENS-MEETS-CHINA-jpg-file-WfXXJO.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="MUYIFILM (Jia Zhao)":MAILTO:info@muyifilm.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260226T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260217T211019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T211019Z UID:10000190-1772134200-1772139600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Trump's Tech and Xi's AI - the livestream DESCRIPTION:America and China are fighting a tough battle for digital supremacy. And that now affects everything. From raw materials to the most crucial systems in our daily lives. Will we soon be completely at the mercy of the whims of crazy tech bros and Chinese bureaucrats? \nIn Trump’s Tech & Xi’s AI\, Haroon Sheikh dives into the big strategic questions for Europe with Annette van Soest and Stefan de Vries. During this evening\, with a special live edition of CafĂ© Europa\, they analyze how much is at stake for us. Because from Nexperia to ASML and from DigiD to ChatGPT\, a power struggle is being waged in every area of our economy with enormous consequences. \nWhat difficult choices does Europe have to make to stay afloat? Because one thing seems certain: something has to change if we want to continue to live in freedom and prosperity. How do we prevent Musk\, Altman and the rest of Silicon Valley from killing our democracy? On this evening you will hear everything that should be discussed in politics in The Hague and at the talk show tables. \nThe podcast CafĂ© Europa is an initiative of Haagsch College and Studio Europa Maastricht \n– Haroon Sheikh is a senior scientist at the WRR and endowed professor of Strategic Governance of Global Technologies at the VU.\n – Annette van Soest is a presenter and journalist for Haagsch College\, Follow the Money and HUMAN\, among others. And host of the podcast CafĂ© Europa\n– Stefan de Vries is a Europe commentator for various media\, such as Bar Laat\, Eva and Haagsch College \nThis evening is part of The Week of Geopolitics\, a week in which The Hague College organizes several evenings in The Hague on geopolitical topics. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/trumps-tech-and-xis-ai-the-livestream/ LOCATION:Livestream\, nvt\, nvt\, nvt\, nvt\, Nederland CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Trumps-T-en-Xi-AI-landscape-0o8Myk.png ORGANIZER;CN="Haagsch College":MAILTO:anneke@haagschcollege.nl END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260302T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260302T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260206T143933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T102813Z UID:10000174-1772470800-1772478000@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:March 2nd\, 2026 China CafĂ©: Investing in China: Risks\, Returns\, and Reality DESCRIPTION:On March 2\, you are warmly invited to the China CafĂ© in Utrecht for an engaging evening exploring the question: Investing in China – opportunity or risk? In a sharp and open interview\, Lianne Baaij will speak with market analyst Jean-Paul van Oudheusden about the current state and future outlook of China’s stock markets. The conversation will delve into developments in Chinese equities\, sector trends such as technology\, green energy\, and consumer markets\, and the impact of government policy and regulation on market performance. How do geopolitical tensions\, economic reforms\, and shifting global supply chains influence investment strategies? And how should investors assess risks\, volatility\, and long-term growth potential in one of the world’s most dynamic markets? Expect clear insights\, practical perspectives for investors\, thoughtful nuance\, and a lively discussion in the familiar China CafĂ© setting. Don’t miss it! \n \nLocation: \nStadsbrasserie De Utrechter\, Vredenburg 40\, Utrecht\, 5 minutes walk from Central Station\, Parking in Hoog Catharijne P5 Noord \nProgram: \n17.00 – 17.30 Walkin with drinks \n17.30 – 18.30 Interview with Jean-Paul van Oudheusden and Q&A \n18.30 – 19.00 Networking with drinks and snacks \nLanguage is English \nPrices: \nFree of charge for VNC members \n€15 for non-members \n€7\,50 for students \nAbout the Speaker: \nJean-Paul van Oudheusden graduated in 1996 as a business econometrician from Erasmus University Rotterdam. He learned professional investing at ABN AMRO and later at the Royal Bank of Scotland\, where he worked as a product specialist across several departments and had extensive contact with retail investors. Surprised that Shell and ING were still cornerstones of many Dutch investment portfolios in 2020\, he founded Markets Are Everywhere\, focusing on investment opportunities in\, among others\, the United States and China. \nThrough Markets Are Everywhere\, Jean-Paul is affiliated with eToro\, De Aandeelhouder\, and BNP Paribas\, with investor education consistently playing a central role. In his market analyses\, he closely follows three major transitions: the digital transition\, the energy transition\, and the mobility transition. 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She will also share some tips and techniques of classical flower arrangement. Participants can take their self made flower creations home after the tea ceremony.\nDuring this tea ceremony\, we will taste two types of Chinese spring tea: Anji White Tea & Mengding Mountain Yellow Tea\, which are particularly suitable for the spring season. Address: Spui 186 \,The Hague (please use the door at the back). URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/tea-ceremony-flower-arrangement/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Flowers-XjgfwW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260308T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260308T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260220T195512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T203102Z UID:10000194-1772978400-1772985600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Tea & Cheese Pairing in Verhalenhuis BelvedĂšre DESCRIPTION:Tea & Cheese Pairing in Verhalenhuis BelvedĂšre\n8 March 2026 14:00 – 16:00 @ Verhalenhuis BelvedĂšre\n \nJoin us for a unique and inspiring tasting experience at the Verhalenhuis BelvĂ©dĂšre\, where refined Chinese tea and artisan Dutch cheese meet in an unforgettable sensory journey. During this special Chinese tea and Dutch cheese tasting\, Ameing and Joyce bring together their shared expertise and complementary passions. You will be accompanied by a carefully curated selection of authentic Chinese teas\, brewed in traditional style\, paired with refined Dutch cheeses. Discover how delicate floral notes\, toasty aromas\, creamy textures and savory depths can enhance and transform each other. This is more than just a tasting; It is a sensory dialogue between two rich culinary traditions. Expect stories about the origins of tea\, insights into artisanal cheese craft\, practical tasting guidance and above all a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Let yourself slow down. Take a sip mindfully. Taste with curiosity. And experience how tea and cheese create surprising harmony between cultures. \nAbout the speakers:\n \nAmeing Tang graduated as a food technologist and now works as a regulatory advisor for cosmetics companies\, but her true passion is tea. As a certified tea sommelier\, she has traveled through renowned tea production areas in China and Japan\, even making her own green tea along the way. Curious and dedicated\, Ameing continues to deepen her knowledge of tea traditions\, flavors\, and techniques. She specializes in authentic Chinese tea culture\, from the sophisticated rituals of Gong Fu Cha brewing to the mindfulness\, sensory art of tasting. For her\, tea is an invitation to slow down\, connect\, and experience each cup with intention and awareness. She loves to guide others in this world of depth\, heritage and quiet beauty. \nAfter many years in education\, Joyce van der Zalm chose to follow her heart and devote herself entirely to tea. She earned her Tea Sommelier degree and continues to specialize in Chinese tea through advanced studies. She has made her own green and black tea\, an experience that gave her deep respect for the craftsmanship and patience behind each leaf. Her travels to tea-growing areas in China and Taiwan and visits to international tea festivals have enriched her understanding of the cultural roots of tea. With her natural affinity for taste\, Joyce also completed a professional cheese training program. There she discovered how beautifully tea and cheese can complement each other when they are thoughtfully combined. For Joyce\, tea stands for peace\, connection and shared moments. It creates space to slow down\, listen and really meet each other. \n \nBuy your tickets here:\nSorry. This form is no longer available. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/8-march-2026-tea-cheese-pairing-in-verhalenhuis-belvedere/ LOCATION:Verhalenhuis BelvĂ©dĂšre\, Rechthuislaan 1\, Rotterdam\, Zuid Holland\, 3072 LB\, Nederland CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/teacheese.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260312T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260312T210000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260226T104758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T104758Z UID:10000198-1773340200-1773349200@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:VNC China Eetclub Chinese New Year edition March 12 in Eindhoven DESCRIPTION: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 learn more about the dishes themselves. During dinner\, you will receive detailed explanations about the ingredients\, preparation methods and cultural background of each dish\, so that you not only enjoy the food\, but also the story behind it. \nYou can count on a convivial meal at round tables\, where the selected dishes are served with explanations and you will discover the secrets of Chinese culinary traditions together with other gourmets. \nExplore changing restaurants in major cities such as Amsterdam\, The Hague and Rotterdam\, and let yourself be pampered with surprising flavors! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of Chinese cuisine\, discover new flavors\, and learn more about the rich Chinese culture. Sign up quickly for an evening full of discoveries\, conviviality and taste! \n \nIn this episode of the VNC China Eetclub\, we explore Sichuanese cuisine. \nVNC China Eetclub 8\nChen Jia Yan\nNieuwe Emmasingel 32\n5611AM Eindhoven\nA 10-minute walk from Eindhoven railway station\, parking garage Q-Park Admirant. And nearby the interesting Philips museum. \nChenJiaYan is a special restaurant in the center of Eindhoven. Traditional Sichuan dishes are served that are described in Chinese as ‘mala’. ‘La’ means spicy (hot) or ‘spicy’\, and the word ‘ma’ refers to the feeling of numbness of the tongue and palate by the well-known Sichuan peppers. \nHowever\, it is a misunderstanding to think that in Sichuan cuisine there are only hot (spicy) dishes. The ‘mala’ dishes are characteristic of Sichuan cuisine\, but there are also other flavors to be found: savory\, sweet\, sweet and sour\, sour. At this meal of the VNC China Eetclub we will enjoy the variety of flavors that Sichuan cuisine has to offer. \nPrior to the meal\, your host OEY Toen Ping will tell you about Chinese bronze culture and about a special museum just outside Chengdu\, the capital of Sichuan province in China. \n \nPrices: \n€36 for VNC members €45 for non-members\, prices do not include drinks and/or dessert/coffee. \nYou can register for the VNC Dining Club here. Welcome! \nHelaas dit evenement heeft reeds plaatsgevonden. Er zijn geen tickets meer te koop. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/vnc-china-eetclub-chinese-new-year-edition-march-12-in-eindhoven/ LOCATION:Chen Jia Yan\, Nieuwe Emmasingel 32\, Eindhoven\, Netherlands CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/food-china-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260314T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260314T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260226T103028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T122938Z UID:10000196-1773491400-1773500400@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:VNC China Eetclub Chinese New Year edition March 14 in Amsterdam DESCRIPTION: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 learn more about the dishes themselves. During dinner\, you will receive detailed explanations about the ingredients\, preparation methods and cultural background of each dish\, so that you not only enjoy the food\, but also the story behind it. \nYou can count on a convivial meal at round tables\, where the selected dishes are served with explanations and you will discover the secrets of Chinese culinary traditions together with other gourmets. \nExplore changing restaurants in major cities such as Amsterdam\, The Hague and Rotterdam\, and let yourself be pampered with surprising flavors! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge of Chinese cuisine\, discover new flavors\, and learn more about the rich Chinese culture. Sign up quickly for an evening full of discoveries\, conviviality and taste! \n \nThis Edition: Cantonese Dim Sum Lunch \nVNC China Eetclub 7a\nCantonese dim sum lunch\nSaturday 14 March 2026 12.30 – 15.00 hrs\nRestaurant Full Moon Garden\nLeidsestraat 95\nAmsterdam \nUnfortunately\, our meeting of February 21 could not take place. We find that very regrettable and unfortunate. We have decided to make a new attempt on March 14 to enjoy a delicious (Chinese New Year) lunch with Cantonese dim sum together. \nTo celebrate the beginning of the Chinese Year of the Horse\, we are going to enjoy Cantonese dim sum. Dimsun (dianxin) are steamed or fried small bites from Cantonese cuisine (from the Guangzhou and Hong Kong region). These are usually eaten for breakfast\, although they are often also served at lunchtime. In the Netherlands they are only available during lunchtime. \nThere is a wide variety of ingredients and flavors of the dim sum\, usually a piece of meat or shrimp or vegetable wrapped in a sheet of flour or doufu sheet. We will also enjoy some special dim sum\, such as sticky rice with chicken and ‘egg-tart’. \nYour host Mr. OEY Toen Ping will bring a special collection/set of Chinese zodiac figures and tell you about their backgrounds. \n \nPrices: \n€36 for VNC members €45 for non-members\, prices do not include drinks and/or dessert/coffee. \nYou can register for the VNC Dining Club here. Welcome! \nHelaas dit evenement heeft reeds plaatsgevonden. Er zijn geen tickets meer te koop. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/vnc-china-eetclub-chinese-new-year-edition-march-14-in-amsterdam/ LOCATION:Full Moon Garden – Dim Sum & Cantonese Cuisine\, Leidsestraat 95\, Amsterdam\, 1017 NZ\, Netherlands CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/food-china-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260319T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260319T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260218T195627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T075617Z UID:10000192-1773934200-1773939600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:The Art of War DESCRIPTION:What can we learn from Sunzi’s masterpiece in a time of rising China?\nSunzi’s The Art of War is one of the most influential texts in world literature. For the first time\, this classic work has now been translated directly from Chinese into Dutch by Mark Leenhouts\, winner of the prestigious Martinus Nijhoff Translation Prize 2025. But what is this book actually about? And what does Sunzi’s strategic thinking mean today\, in a world where China is playing an increasingly prominent role? \nDuring this event\, organized in collaboration with the Leiden Asia Center\, we will dive into the history\, philosophy and current relevance of The Art of War. We discuss the book’s origins\, its translation challenges\, and the lessons it offers for modern conflict and diplomacy. With contributions from Mark Leenhouts\, Frans-Paul van der Putten (geopolitical analyst)\, and Frank Osinga (Professor of War Studies at Leiden University)\, we reflect on the application of Sunzi’s principles in present-day China and international politics. \nProgram \n\nIntroduction by Mark Leenhouts: What is The Art of War? An exploration of the historical context\, the translation challenges\, and the timeless principles of Sunzi. \nLecture and discussion: Frans-Paul van der Putten and Frank Osinga analyse how Sunzi’s strategies are applied in geopolitics and military science today\, particularly in the rise of China as a global power.\nPanel discussion: What can we learn from Sunzi’s emphasis on smart strategy\, intelligence\, and avoiding direct confrontation? And how do these lessons translate into contemporary conflict and diplomacy? \n\n  \nAbout the speakers: \n\nDr. Mark Leenhouts is a sinologist\, literary translator\, and expert in Chinese language and culture. He studied at Leiden University\, UniversitĂ© Paris 7\, and Nankai University in Tianjin. Leenhouts obtained his PhD in contemporary Chinese literature and is co-founder of Het trage vuur\, a journal for Chinese literature. As a translator\, he received the Dutch Foundation for Literature’s Translation Prize (2012) and the Filter Translation Prize (2022) for The Dream of the Red Room\, a monumental eighteenth-century classic. His translation of The Art of War (Sunzi) was published by Athenaeum in the autumn of 2025\, directly from Chinese and with in-depth commentary. Leenhouts has been writing about Chinese literature for de Volkskrant since 2000. \n\n  \n\nDr Frans-Paul van der Putten is a researcher and advisor in the field of China and geopolitics. He studied history in Leiden\, where he obtained his PhD in 2001 for research on political business strategies in China before 1942. From 2007-2022\, he worked as a China specialist at the Clingendael Institute\, where he was co-founder and coordinator of the Clingendael China Centre. Van der Putten is the author of the book ‘The resurrection of China: from prey to world power’ (Prometheus Publishers). He is an external expert at Clingendael and at the LeidenAsiaCentre. \n\n  \n\nCommodore (bd) Prof. Dr. Frans Osinga obtained his PhD in Leiden and was appointed professor by special appointment of War Studies at the Institute of Security and Global Affairs (ISGA) on Leiden University’s Campus in The Hague in 2019. Since 2023\, he has been a professor at Leiden University. From 2010 to 2023\, he was Professor of Military Sciences at the Netherlands Defence Academy and head of the department of the same name. \n\n  \nYou can register via this link: https://leidenasiacentre.nl/event/de-kunst-van-het-oorlogvoeren/ URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/de-kunst-van-het-oorlogvoeren/ LOCATION:Wijnhavengebouw\, The Hague Campus\, Universiteit Leiden\, Wijnhaven 3.46\, Turfmarkt 99\, Den Haag\, Zuid-Holland\, 2511 DP CATEGORIES:Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/TAoW_Image.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260408T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260412T233000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260325T095944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T204508Z UID:10000212-1775664000-1776036600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:CinemAsia Film Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:From 8 to 12 April\, the 18th CinemAsia Film Festival will take place in Amsterdam: the platform for Asian cinema in the Netherlands. With 44 films from Asia and the diaspora\, screened at Studio/K\, Rialto De Pijp and the Eye Filmmuseum\, the festival offers a rich and up-to-date overview of both established makers and new talent. Half of the filmmakers are women\, with a strong representation in the New Visions section for debut films. \nThe festival theme = Commons: what people share worldwide\, from stories and memories to identity and community. Especially for those interested in China and the wider Chinese-speaking world\, CinemAsia offers a unique opportunity to experience social and cultural developments through film. \nChinese-language highlights:\nClosing film The Waves Will Carry Us (äșș生攷攷) by Lau Kek-Huat (Taiwan\, 2025) with Q&A: After years in Taiwan\, Ah Yao returns to Malaysia for his father’s funeral. His return degenerates into chaos and sets him and his brother and sister on a wild\, absurd journey full of mourning\, family tragedies and unexpected twists. With humor and emotional depth\, the film traces a diasporic family history from migration from China to modern-day Malaysia. \nThe Horizons section brings Resurrection (ç‹‚é‡Žæ—¶ä»Ł) by Bi Gan (China/France\, 2025) a fascinating future in which dreams have been abandoned for immortality. Bel Ami (挂äșźæœ‹ć‹) by Geng Jun subtly tells the story of a young man who struggles with loneliness\, desire and societal expectations in a changing urban environment.\nFrom Hong Kong come titles such as Papa (爞爞) by Philip Yung: a gripping drama about loss and guilt after a family tragedy\, and The Way We Talk (çœ‹æˆ‘ä»Šć€©æ€ŽéșŒèȘȘ) by Adam Wong\, which subtly asks questions about language\, identity and communication within the deaf community. Tracy Choi’s Girlfriends (ć„łć­©äžćčłć‡Ą) delves into a Hong Kong filmmaker’s struggle between dreams and reality. \nThe New Visions section presents Girl (ć„łć­©) by Shu Qi\, a coming-of-age story set in Taiwan in the 1980s\, and Family Matters (æˆ‘ćź¶çš„äș‹) by Pan Ke-Yin\, a layered portrait of a family spanning multiple generations. Amoeba by Tan Siyou (with Q&A) investigates friendship and identity among young people in Singapore. \nIn the shorts programme: Reclaiming Dragons by Xiang Yu Yeung\, in which a young woman balances between digital and physical realities\, and Every Floor Looks the Same by Gladys Ng\, a playful reflection on modern urban alienation. \nRecommended:\nThe Cambodian opening film Becoming Human is a poetic drama about loss\, transformation and connection. Director Poland Ly is present for Q&A. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/cinemasia-film-festival-2026/ CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CinemAsia-2026_Landscape_1920x850_00164-JgYZju.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260423T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260423T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260414T100102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T101452Z UID:10000218-1776960000-1776967200@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Book launch: Taiwan island of versatility DESCRIPTION:Centuries ago\, the original inhabitants traded deer skins with Chinese and Japanese merchants\, today Taiwan supplies the microchips that keep our digital world running. Taiwan is a versatile island that is constantly reinventing itself. \nOn Thursday 23 April\, Leiden University Libraries (UBL)\, in collaboration with Uitgeverij IJzer\, is organising a book presentation of three books about Taiwan. The editors talk about the book they edited and talk to each other and the audience. \nThe three books tell of a diverse society that is constantly reinventing itself. They tell about the original inhabitants of the island\, the different groups of Austronesians. They discuss history\, the economy and contemporary society. They show something of the rich Taiwanese cuisine and food culture. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/book-launch-taiwan-island-of-versatility/ LOCATION:Leiden Asia Centre\, Doelensteeg 16\, LEIDEN\, Zuid-Holland\, 2311 VL\, Nederland CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260424T094500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260424T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260409T153520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T101310Z UID:10000215-1777023900-1777033800@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Wuxi Huishan (Amsterdam) Industrial Cooperation Symposium DESCRIPTION:Wuxi Huishan (Amsterdam) Industrial Cooperation Symposium \nExploring business\, investment and career opportunities between Europe and China \nOn Friday\, 24 April 2026\, the Huishan District Government of Wuxi (China) will host an Industrial Cooperation Symposium in Amsterdam. The event brings together international companies\, entrepreneurs\, professionals\, and (former) students with an interest in global business and cross-border collaboration. \nThis symposium offers a practical introduction to one of China’s most dynamic economic regions. It is equally relevant for those already active internationally and for those exploring opportunities in China for the first time. \nParticipants can expect:\n– Insights into investment and partnership opportunities in sectors such as advanced manufacturing\, technology and innovation\n– Exchange with business leaders\, entrepreneurs and international peers\n– Practical perspectives on entering or working with the Chinese market\n– Opportunities to expand professional networks and explore international career paths \nThe event is open to corporates\, SMEs\, startups\, academic communities\, and individuals considering their next career step in an international context. \nEvent details\nDate: Friday\, 24 April 2026\nTime: 09:45 – 12:30\nLocation: Hyatt Regency Amsterdam (Ballroom)\nAdmission: Free of charge (registration required) \nIf you are interested in attending\, please send a private message to IFA NL BV – Info mailbox with:\nName\nCompany / University\nEmail address\nPhone number \nRegistration is required to secure your place. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/wuxi-huishan-amsterdam-industrial-cooperation-symposium/ CATEGORIES:Economie en zakelijk,Partner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20260330-Wuxi-Symposium-20260424-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260425T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260425T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260312T093905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T155114Z UID:10000209-1777125600-1777134600@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Bicycle Tour: The Chinese Man Who Fell Out the Window and Disappeared DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday April 25 \nTime: 14.00-16.30 \nLocation: The Hague City Center \n \nHow did a Chinese engineer end up seriously injured on the sidewalk of the Prins Mauritslaan? And why was he subsequently kidnapped from the Red Cross Hospital by Chinese diplomats? China expert Fred Sengers takes you on a bicycle tour through The Hague\, visiting the key locations of a case that pushed diplomatic ties between the Netherlands and China to the breaking point: the Welders’ Affair (Lassers-affaire). \nArmed with colorful anecdotes and revealing details\, he will unravel this sensational case that dominated the front pages for weeks back in 1966. Along the way\, he will share another salacious story: how the Dutch Intelligence Service (BVD) spent years infiltrating the Maoist movement\, and how their mole managed to win the trust of the Chinese security service – even shaking hands with Mao. himself. Fred Sengers has published articles on both of these intrigues in the Historisch Nieuwsblad. \nAs the crowning touch\, he will reveals the extreme efforts taken to prevent the discovery of BVD listening devices planted inside the Chinese Embassy. \nMeeting point: Restaurant Gember\, Stadhouderslaan 43 The Hague \nCosts: €15 per person / €10 for VNC members \nNote: Please bring your own bicycle or a rented OV-bike \nRegister here: \n \n \n 25 april - Fietstocht: De Chinees die uit het raam viel en verdween\n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Naam(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n E-mailadres(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Adres \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCĂŽte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRĂ©unionSaint BarthĂ©lemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTĂŒrkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Hoe heb je van dit evenement gehoord?VNC WebsiteVNC nieuwsbriefSociale mediaMond tot mondreclameZoekmachine (Google\, Bing\, enz.)AndersAnders:BedrijfsnaamFietstocht- Leden VNC Ticket\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n AantalPlease enter a number greater than or equal to 1.Fietstocht - Standaard Ticket\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n AantalPlease enter a number greater than or equal to 1.Totaal\n \n BetaalmethodeiDEAL | Wero\n American ExpressMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/bike-tour-the-chinese-who-fell-out-of-the-window-and-disappeared/ LOCATION:restaurant gember\, Stadhouderslaan 43\, Den Haag CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,VNC event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Afbeelding1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260430T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260430T164500 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260414T102343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T102555Z UID:10000217-1777561200-1777567500@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Lecture by Dr. Ping Foong: ‘To Amuse\, to Amass\, and to Multiply: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei’ DESCRIPTION:You warmly invited to a lecture by Dr Foong Ping on the work of Ai Weiwei\, organised by the HulsewĂ©-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 material strategies that link his oeuvre across several decades. \nRenowned conceptual artist Ai Weiwei (Chinese\, b. 1957) questions forms of power\, disrupts artistic canons\, and challenges political authoritarianism. The first US retrospective in over a decade\, Ai\, Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei at the Seattle Art Museum highlighted 130 works from the 1980s to the 2020s—across performance\, photography\, sculpture\, and video. The exhibition featured large-scale installations made from deconstructed bicycles and images built with LEGO\, and included iconic interventions such as Dropping a Han Dynasty Urn (1995)\, Study of Perspective (1995-2011)\, Sunflower Seeds (2010)\, and Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads (Gold) (2010). Several works made their international debut\, including Shells (2022)\, The Rape of the Daughters of Leucippus in Green (2020)\, and The Cover Page of the Mueller Report\, Submitted to Attorney General William Barr by Robert Mueller on March 22\, 2019 (2019). In this talk\, organizing curator Foong Ping evaluates the visual and material hallmarks of this artist’s multifaceted practice to identify some principles that span the decades. \nFoong Ping is Foster Foundation Curator of Chinese Art at the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) and Affiliate Associate Professor at the University of Washington. Dr. Foong received a Ph.D. from Princeton University\, and her experience spans the academic and curatorial realms. She began her career at the Metropolitan Museum of Art as Jane and Morgan Whitney Fellow and then taught at the University of Chicago as Assistant Professor and at the University of California\, Berkeley. Her monograph on eleventh-century Chinese ink painting\, The Efficacious Landscape: On the Authorities of Painting at the Northern Song Court won the Joseph Levenson Book Prize. At SAM Dr. Foong\, alongside two co-curators\, led an extensive effort to expand and modernize the landmark 1933 art deco building of the Seattle Asian Art Museum. The building reopened in 2020 with an innovative thematic presentation of the permanent collection. In 2025\, she organized Ai\, Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei\, the largest US retrospective exhibition on the acclaimed Chinese contemporary artist. \nRegistration go through: hwslectures@gmail.com URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/lecture-by-dr-ping-foong-to-amuse-to-amass-and-to-multiply-the-art-and-activism-of-ai-weiwei/ LOCATION:Wereldmuseum Amsterdam\, Linnaeusstraat 2\, Amsterdam\, Noord-Holland\, 1092 CK\, Nederland CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner ORGANIZER;CN="Wereldmuseum Amsterdam":MAILTO:willemijn.vannoord@wereldmuseum.nl END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260601T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260601T220000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260325T141656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T153813Z UID:10000210-1780339500-1780351200@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:VNC China Pub Quiz! DESCRIPTION:Invitation to the VNC China Pubquiz: A Fun and Educational Event for Chinese and Dutch People! \nDo 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 the VNC China Pubquiz! 🎉 \nWhether you’re a true China expert or just curious about the rich culture\, history\, and fascinating facts of both China and China in the Netherlands\, the VNC China Pubquiz has something for everyone! It’s the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge\, make new friends\, and share some laughs over funny\, interesting\, and sometimes surprising questions. \nWhat can you expect? \n\nFun and challenging questions about China and China in the Netherlands\nTeamwork: Collaborate with others to come up with the best answers and win great prizes!\nA friendly atmosphere: Meet other Chinese and Dutch people in a relaxed and informal setting\nTasty snacks and drinks: Enjoy typical flavors from both countries\n\n \nWhen?June 1st\, 2026\, 18.45 – 22.00 \nWhere? \n\n\nSTADIUM DE VLIERT\, Founders Box\nVictorialaan 21\n5213 JG ‘s-Hertogenbosch \n\n\n1) Sign Up as a TeamGather at least 4 and a maximum of 5 team members. the team captain registers and buys the seperate 4 or 5 tickets for the whole team\, so we know you’re all part of the same team. You can fill in your team name under ‘organisation’ or email it to info@vnc-china.nl. \n2) Sign Up as an IndividualSign up\, and we will place you in a team with other individual participants. It’s a great opportunity to meet other China enthusiasts. \nRegistration and CostsVNC members can come free of charge\, other participants pay €15.00 and Students pay €7.50. First drink is sponsored by Coolen China! \nNote! Workinglanguage is English. The number of spots for this popular event is limited. \nThe Program18:45 – Arrival and registration19:15 – Quiz start\, welcome\, and explanation19:30 – Picture round (Round 1)19:45 – Rounds 2 + 320:15 – Break20:45 – Interim standings and rounds 4 + 521:30 – Scoring21:45 – Final standings\, award ceremony\, and after-drinks \nAbout the QuizmastersThe VNC China Pubquiz is organized by VNC in close collaboration with the quizmasters Fred Sengers and Ed Sander.Fred Sengers is an independent publicist\, speaker\, and researcher on Modern China. He publishes about the news and its background and interpretation on his own website\, www.blogaap.nl\, discusses it in the media\, gives guest lectures at universities and colleges\, and is a frequently requested speaker and chairman at conferences\, seminars\, and workshops. He also offers advice and support to organizations that work closely with China.Ed Sander from ChinaTalk is a China tech watcher & analyst. He writes for Tech Buzz China and ChinaTalk about digital innovation\, technology\, and also cultural differences between the Netherlands and China. Ed shares his knowledge of digital innovation on the internet and in retail in China as a speaker. Additionally\, Ed organizes study and inspiration trips through ChinaTechTrip. During these trips\, he combines his lectures with immersion in real Chinese life. \n \nSign up quickly and register your team!This will be an evening full of fun\, new discoveries\, and great memories. We hope to see you there! 🌟 \nGot questions? 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After the bursting of the real estate bubble in 2020\, China was expected to boost its domestic consumption to cushion the loss in the real estate sector. Instead\, the Chinese government opted for a different strategy: further scaling up exports. China now produces about 35% of all global manufacturing\, and that share could rise to almost 50% by 2030. How has China achieved this growth\, and what consequences does this have for global trade flows\, dependencies and competitive relationships? During this evening with Heleen Mees\, this development will be sharply analyzed and placed in a broader context. \n \nLocation: \nStadsbrasserie De Utrechter\, Vredenburg 40\, Utrecht\, 5 minutes walk from Central Station\, parking in Hoog Catharijne P5 Noord \nProgram: \n17.00 – 17.30 Walkin with drinks \n17.30 – 18.30 Interview with Heleen Mees and Q&A \n18.30 – 19.00 Networking with drinks and snacks \nThe language is English \nPrices: \nFree for VNC members \n€15 for non-members \n€7.50 for students \nTickets are non-refundable\, but transferable. \nAbout the speaker: \nHeleen Mees is an economist\, opinion writer and author of four books. She’s a teaching professor at several universities\, including New York University and Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam. Her research focuses on the impact of China’s rise on the West. Her work has appeared in newspapers and magazines including Foreign Policy\, The New York Times\, The Financial Times\, and Le Monde. She is also the cofounder of an NGO that advocates more women in top jobs. She divides her time between New York and Amsterdam\, but in 2015 she lived a year in Doujiao Hutong in Beijing. \n \nTo register\, please fill in this form: \n \n \n 8 juni 2026 China CafĂ©: Van vastgoedcrisis naar exportboom: China’s nieuwe groeimotor\n \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Naam(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n E-mailadres(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Adres \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCĂŽte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRĂ©unionSaint BarthĂ©lemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTĂŒrkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Hoe heb je van dit evenement gehoord?VNC WebsiteVNC nieuwsbriefSociale mediaMond tot mondreclameZoekmachine (Google\, Bing\, enz.)AndersAnders:Bedrijfsnaam8 juni 2026 China CafĂ©: China’s nieuwe groeimotor - Leden VNC Ticket\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n AantalPlease enter a number greater than or equal to 1.8 juni 2026 China CafĂ©: China’s nieuwe groeimotor - Standaard Ticket\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n AantalPlease enter a number greater than or equal to 1.8 juni 2026 China CafĂ©: China’s nieuwe groeimotor - Studenten Ticket\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n AantalPlease enter a number greater than or equal to 1.Totaal\n \n BetaalmethodeiDEAL | Wero\n American ExpressMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/june-8-2026-china-cafe-from-real-estate-crisis-to-export-boom-chinas-new-growth-engine/ LOCATION:De Utrechter Stadsbrasserie en Bar\, Vredenburg 40\, Utrecht\, 3511 BD CATEGORIES:Economics and Business,VNC event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/foto-china-cafe.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260726T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260312T101431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T101431Z UID:10000208-1785052800-1786208400@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Table tennis camp Shanghai with Bettine Vriesekoop DESCRIPTION:From July 26 to August 8 \, 2026\, we will once again travel with a group of table tennis talents to a table tennis academy in Shanghai led by Bettine Vriesekoop\, two-time European table tennis champion. Silk Mandarin\, a language school in Shanghai that is run by a Dutchman\, facilitates everything on the spot and VNC (Vereniging Nederland China) supports this unique trip. A maximum of 30 people can join. The purpose of the trip is to practice Chinese training methods in order to be able to play table tennis at the highest level and to learn about the rich Chinese culture. \n  \nOn March 25\, there will be an information meeting about the table tennis trip to Shanghai. Bettine talks about the 2025 table tennis trip and about the great training facilities that exist in Shanghai. The consulate in Shanghai is also involved in this trip and will receive the group this summer. There are already enough registrations so the trip will continue anyway. The trip is designed for young table tennis players who want to improve their skills. Older players are also welcome if there is room. \nFor more information and registration\, click here. URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/en/event/table-tennis-camp-shanghai-with-bettine-vriesekoop/ LOCATION:Tafeltennisvereniging Tempo-Team\, President Kennedylaan 5\, Amsterdam CATEGORIES:Art and culture,Culture and Society,VNC event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vnc-china.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/22_0101_CTTCShanghaitrainingssessieyoutube.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20261010T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20261024T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T123424 CREATED:20260126T135528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T175757Z UID:10000169-1791619200-1792861200@www.vnc-china.nl SUMMARY:Unique VNC Group Tour through China with the theme Healthy Living DESCRIPTION:Discover the secrets of a HEALTHY LIFE IN CHINA – travel with VNC! \n€2.495 p.p. Now with Early Bird discount of €75 p.p. !! \nStep 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 China\, where movement\, nutrition\, and preventive care take center stage. Discover classical Chinese health philosophy—embracing yin and yang\, holistic thinking\, and life energy—and experience it firsthand through Tai Chi sessions\, traditional therapies\, inspiring lectures\, hyper-modern wellness practices\, cooking according to Chinese dietary principles\, and much more. Explore iconic cities such as Beijing\, Xi’an\, Hangzhou\, and Shanghai\, visit world-famous landmarks\, savor Chinese cuisine at extraordinary locations\, and discover how healthy living is woven into everyday life in China. A trip filled with inspiration\, practical tips\, and unforgettable experiences that you can also apply back home.Two board members of VNC\, both sinologists\, will join the trip at their own expense and will be happy to answer your further questions about China’s culture\, society\, and economy. \n \nYour adventure begins in Beijing\, where you’ll discover iconic landmarks like the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. Here you will experience the first practical applications of Chinese health science: introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in a Chinese pharmacy and a welcome lecture that will introduce you to the latest health trends in China. \n \nIn Pingyao and Xi’an you combine culture and health. The beautiful Pingyao is one of the best-preserved ancient Chinese towns. You can also experience Xitou\, have your hair washed for an hour for a mentally fresh head. In Xi’an you will of course visit the historic Terracotta Army. You will participate in morning Tai Chi\, and enjoy a beneficial Tui Na massage\, with explanations. In this way\, you will experience how traditional health practices still play a central role in daily life after centuries. For the active traveler\, the Huashan Mountains offer a wonderful opportunity to harmonize body and mind during an unforgettable nature experience. \n \nLuoyang is known for its ancient temples and caves\, but it also offers unique health experiences on this trip: visit the Baima Temple and discover traditional Chinese orthopedic techniques that promote balance and well-being. In Hangzhou you will immerse yourself in the world of tea plantations around Longjing\, because there is a world of health behind the different types of tea. In this city\, Alibaba and IT will also give you a lecture on which Chinese health apps are hot in China. \n \nThe trip ends in bustling Shanghai\, where you will experience both culture and modern health innovations. We will go slow-running along the Bund\, you will have a city tour and you will visit the TCM University where the secrets of acupuncture\, guaxia\, moxa will be revealed. You will also learn to cook according to the five elements doctrine. Finally\, we visit a high-end wellness center\, next level relaxation! In Shanghai\, you will see how traditional wisdom and modern science meet to support a vital and balanced life. \n \nDuring the trip you will not only gain knowledge about health in China\, but also practical tools to apply these principles at home. Inspiring lectures\, workshops and personal encounters make this trip a complete experience: a perfect combination of culture\, nature and health experience\, which enriches you both physically and mentally. \nJoin VNC and experience how China makes health and vitality an art – a journey that gives you energy\, insights and inspiration for life. \nWe organize this trip together with our partner Dimsum trips\, expert based on small-scale special China trips. For more information\, day to day program\, prices and booking\, go to: https://www.dim-sum.nl/china/rondreizen/gezond-leven-in-china-reis \nIt is also possible to extend your stay in Shanghai by one week to follow an in-depth TCM course at TCM University. Costs for this are approximately €500. 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