Brings China closer

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The Netherlands China Association

Brings China closer:
via information, dialogue en connections

The VNC is an independent active association dedicated to sharing knowledge and networking in the cultural, business and educational fields in order to create better dialogue and cooperation between the Netherlands and China.

To this end, we regularly organize events and publish interesting articles in our periodical ChinaNU+.

We do this non-profit, without political or religious affiliation and with purely unpaid volunteers as board and staff. We have been doing this for more than 48 years.

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ChinaNU+

VNC’s own articles about China’s culture, economy, and science

New Procurement Rules Offer New Opportunities
New Procurement Rules Offer New Opportunities

03/06/2026

By Richard van Ostende The introduction of uniform national standards for ‘domestic products’ within Chinese government procurement as of January 1, 2026 marks an significant policy shift for foreign companies […]
In the footsteps of Chinese Zen masters
In the footsteps of Chinese Zen masters

31/05/2026

In conversation with John de Weerdt by Marilou den Outer Those who practice Zen in the Netherlands often do so in Japanese style. This is how John de Weerdt came […]
Sun Zi Thinks Trump is a Laughingstock (2)
Sun Zi Thinks Trump is a Laughingstock (2)

28/05/2026

Part 2: The Iran War Brings China More Benefits Than Drawbacks By Jan van der Putten (read part 1 here: Washington’s Strategic Blunders) Soon after the US-Israeli attack on Iran, […]
VNC in talks with the House of Representatives about China knowledge agenda
VNC in talks with the House of Representatives about China knowledge agenda

27/05/2026

On behalf of the Netherlands China Association (VNC), chair Monique Knapen, together with VNC members Robert van Kan and Frank Yang, recently held talks with members of the House of […]
The Invisible Planner: Is TikTok Mapping the Future of Our Cities?
The Invisible Planner: Is TikTok Mapping the Future of Our Cities?

18/05/2026

by Vici Gao In a world of social media, who decides which cities get seen? How does a city or region put itself on the map? Until recently, it was […]
Simultaneous Presentation of Three Books on Taiwan
Simultaneous Presentation of Three Books on Taiwan

13/05/2026

Translators uncover discoveries and face educational challenges by Marilou den Outer Recently, no fewer than three books on Taiwan have been published in Dutch translation. They cover three distinct subjects […]

Upcoming events

A combination of VNC’s own activities and events from other organizations, interesting for our target group.

Jun08
Organized by VNC

8 June @ 17:00 - 19:00

June 8, 2026 China Café: From Real Estate Crisis to Export Boom: China’s New Growth Engine

De Utrechter Stadsbrasserie en Bar Utrecht

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 […]
Jun16
Organized by VNC

16 June @ 18:30 - 21:00

VNC China Eetclub Tuesday 16 June in The Hague

Ming Dynasty Den Haag

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 […]
Jun19
Organized by VNC

19 June @ 17:00 - 19:00

BIGGEST HERRING PARTY FRIDAY 19 JUNE 2026

2e haven van Scheveningen Scheveningen

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 […]
Jun20
Organized by VNC

20 June @ 10:00 - 15:00

FLAG DAY SATURDAY 20 JUNE SCHEVENINGEN

2e haven van Scheveningen Scheveningen

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 […]
Jul26
Organized by VNC

26 July @ 08:00 - 8 August @ 17:00

Table tennis camp Shanghai with Bettine Vriesekoop

Tafeltennisvereniging Tempo-Team Amsterdam

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 […]

China knowledge

VNC provides a platform for organizations dedicated to acquiring and sharing knowledge about China. We believe research in this field is essential and support it wherever possible.

Our partners

VNC enjoys working with organizations that are engaged with China in the broadest sense. The VNC is always open to new partnerships — together we can achieve more.

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