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SUMMARY:OPIUM FLOWER
DESCRIPTION:OPIUM FLOWER\n罌粟花\n– A Dance about Female Identity and Eastern Expression\nInspired by the stories of Asian migrant women living in Amsterdam\, Opium Flower intertwines Eastern body vocabulary with contemporary dance and live music\, becoming a poetic and powerful expression of identity\, memory\, and sexuality in a uniquely personal way. \nAn International Dance Production \nA collaboration between \nThe GroundBreakers (Netherlands) \nand \nChang Dance Theatre (Taiwan) \nConcept & Direction \nRoos Hendriks \nChoreography \nCunSong Xu (Netherlands) \nChang Chien-Kuei (Taiwan) \nDancers \nNatanie Ko \nChia-Ying Lu \nKe-Chieh Liu \nLighting Design \nShee Hoe \nLive Guitar \nGonçalo Oliveira \nGuest Performers \nYang Liu \nHuang Wei \nHong-Mei Cheng \nPremiere & Tour \nTechnical run-through · December 4\, 2025 – Amsterdam \nTry-out · December 5\, 2025 – Amsterdam \nPremiere · November 21\, 2026 – Taipei Performing Arts Center \nPhotography \nZeng Cyuan-You \nGraphic Design \nFu Vision \nSpecial Thanks \nSupported by the Amsterdam Fund for the Arts (AFK)
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/event/opium-flower/
CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251209T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251209T100000
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SUMMARY:China Knowledge Network session: China’s industrial decarbonization: implications for the Netherland
DESCRIPTION:Event details \nDate: Tuesday 9 December 2025 \nTime: 09:00 – 10:00 (doors open at 08:45) \nLocation: Wijnhaven Building 3.12\, Turfmarkt 99\, The Hague \nFormat: Hybrid\, join in person or online \n China wants to decarbonize its economy\, without deindustrializing. Accounting for nearly two-thirds of global industrial CO₂ emissions\, its trajectory will have decisive global consequences for climate goals and international competitiveness. \nDuring this session\, Tom Hancock\, expert on Chinese political economy and co-founder of CP Global Insight\, will present findings from a research project examining China’s emerging state-led policy and financing system for industrial decarbonization. The project explores: \nChina’s policy and financial architecture driving industrial emissions reduction\, and its likely impacts on European and Dutch companies;\nSectoral pathways in steel\, cement\, and petrochemicals as outlined in authoritative Chinese planning documents; including the role of technologies such as green hydrogen and carbon capture.\nWith China deploying industrial policies similar to those that shaped its dominance in solar\, batteries\, and EVs\, understanding these developments is essential for assessing future competitive pressures and regulatory influences on Europe.
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/event/china-knowledge-network-session-chinas-industrial-decarbonization-implications-for-the-netherland/
LOCATION:Wijnhavengebouw\, The Hague Campus\, Universiteit Leiden\, Wijnhaven 3.46\, Turfmarkt 99\, Den Haag\, Zuid-Holland\, 2511 DP
CATEGORIES:Educatie en wetenschap,Partner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leiden Asia Centre":MAILTO:info@leidenasiacentre.nl
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251210T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251210T163000
DTSTAMP:20251001T134317Z
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SUMMARY:Dongzhi Seminar Luncheon – PART III PILLARS OF HONG KONG
DESCRIPTION:TRANSITIONING TOWARDS GREENER ENERGY & HIGH-TECH 4.0 SOLUTIONS \nBlock 1\nCrypto currency\, block chain and Web3 with further insight Hong Kong is aggressively positioning itself as the leading global hub for Web3.\nThe in-depth analysis\, from Tiger Research shows how Hong Kong is capitalizing on its established financial infrastructure and a proactive regulatory environment. \nBlock 2\nClean Energy where Hong Kong is transitioning rapidly from traditional energy to clean energy.
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/event/dongzhi-seminar-luncheon-part-iii-pillars-of-hong-kong/
LOCATION:Koninklijke Industrieele Groote Club\, Amsterdam\, Dam 27\, Amsterdam\, Noord-Holland\, 1012 JS\, Nederland
CATEGORIES:Economie en zakelijk,Partner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Netherlands Hong Kong Business Association":MAILTO:secretariat@nhkba.nl
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251212T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20251210T143955Z
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SUMMARY:VNC China Eetclub 12 december in Leiden
DESCRIPTION:Ontdek de rijke en authentieke smaken van de Chinese keuken tijdens de VNC China Eetclub! Sluit je aan bij een bijzondere culinaire reis en verken traditionele gerechten uit verschillende regio’s van China\, van de verfijnde Cantonese keuken tot de pittige en smaakvolle Sichuan-gerechten. Elke bijeenkomst biedt niet alleen een heerlijke maaltijd\, maar ook een unieke kans om meer te leren over de gerechten zelf. Tijdens het diner krijg je uitgebreide toelichting over de ingrediënten\, de bereidingswijzen en de culturele achtergrond van elk gerecht\, zodat je niet alleen geniet van het eten\, maar ook van het verhaal erachter. \nJe mag rekenen op een gezellige maaltijd aan ronde tafels\, waar de geselecteerde gerechten met uitleg worden geserveerd en je samen met andere fijnproevers de geheimen van de Chinese culinaire tradities ontdekt. \nVerken wisselende restaurants in grote steden zoals Amsterdam\, Den Haag en Rotterdam\, en laat je verwennen met verrassende smaken! Mis deze unieke gelegenheid niet om je kennis van de Chinese keuken te verdiepen\, nieuwe smaken te ontdekken én meer te leren over de rijke Chinese cultuur. Meld je snel aan voor een avond vol ontdekkingen\, gezelligheid en smaak! \n \nIn deze aflevering van de VNC China Eetclub verkennen we de Cantonese keuken. \nvrijdag 12 dec 2025\, 18.00 – 21.00 uur\nRestaurant Asian Palace\, Steenstraat 55\, Leiden\n(10 minuten lopen van NS Station Leiden Centraal) \nAan het einde van 2025 willen wij het jaar afsluiten met een goede Cantonese maaltijd. Gestoomde coquilles\, gefrituurde doufu\, gebakken garnalen en groenten\, gewokte noodles met vlees en nog meer. We laten de koks al hun kunnen tonen in de gerechten die op tafel komen. \n  \nEn zoals gewoonlijk brengt uw gastheer dhr. OEY Toen Ping weer enkele voorwerpen mee en vertelt hij over de Chinese materiële cultuur. \n \nPrijzen: \n€36 voor VNC leden\n\n€42 voor niet leden\n\n(te voldoen aan een VNC vertegenwoordiger in het restaurant)\n\nAanmelden kan door een mail te sturen naar info@vnc-china.nl. Welkom!
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/event/vnc-china-eetclub/
LOCATION:restaurant Asia Palace\, Steenstraat 55\, Leiden\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Culture and Society,Cultuur en Maatschappij,Kunst en cultuur,VNC event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251214T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251214T170000
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SUMMARY:Snow month tea ceremony - Tea tasting & bracelet workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this unique experience that blends the art of Chinese tea tasting with the craft of bracelet making using natural stones. Based on your birth date and time\, we’ll help you discover and harmonise your personal five elements. You will make a bracelet to take home. Limited number of seats left.
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/event/snow-month-tea-ceremony-tea-tasting-bracelet-workshop/
LOCATION:ZG Gallery\, Laan van Meerdervoort 140\, 2517 BE\, Den Haag\, Laan van Meerdervoort\, 2517 BE\, Den Haag\, NL
CATEGORIES:Cultuur en Maatschappij,Partner
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ORGANIZER;CN="China Cultural Center in the Hague":MAILTO:info@ccchague.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251215T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251215T193000
DTSTAMP:20251211T153302Z
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SUMMARY:China Café South; Behind the headlines of the Nexperia Case: China\, Chips & Choices
DESCRIPTION:On 15 December\, the VNC will host a special China Café in Eindhoven\, diving into the recent developments surrounding Nexperia—a case that vividly illustrates the intersection of geopolitics\, technology\, and corporate strategy. In an in-depth interview\, Charles Smit (former General Counsel and Head of Corporate Affairs at Nexperia) and René Raaijmakers (journalist and founder of Bits&Chips) will share their unique insider perspectives on what unfolded\, the forces at play\, and the implications for the Dutch high-tech ecosystem. This is a rare opportunity to look beyond the headlines and gain real insight into an issue shaping the future of Europe’s tech landscape.\nAfter the interview we have ample opportunity for networking over drinks and snacks\, offered by VNC free of charge. Join us!  \nProgramm: \n17.00 – 17.30 walkin and networking \n17.30 – 18.30 interview \n18.30 – 19.00 networking \nAbout the speakers: \n \nCharles Smit \nCharles Smit is an experienced legal and corporate affairs leader with deep roots in the semiconductor industry. He served as General Counsel and later Head of Corporate Affairs at Nexperia\, guiding the company through strategic transitions in a complex geopolitical environment. \nBefore Nexperia\, Smit held senior legal roles at NXP\, Philips\, and Akzo Nobel. Since leaving Nexperia in 2024\, he has been an Associate Partner at Hague Corporate Affairs and FGS Global\, advising high-tech companies on strategic positioning in The Hague and Brussels. \nHe also serves as Chairman of the Dutch semiconductor cluster\, Business Cluster Semiconductors NL. \n \nRené Raaijmakers \nRené Raaijmakers (Oirschot\, The Netherlands\, 1960) started working as a science journalist immediately after completing his studies in chemistry. In the 1990s\, he wrote as a freelance contributor for NRC Handelsblad\, Intermediair\, Automatisering Gids and Computable\, among others\, about the ICT and semiconductor industry.\nIn 1999\, he founded Techwatch and launched Bits&Chips\, a trade and opinion magazine for the high-tech industry. Raaijmakers founded The High Tech Institute in 2011. He has written books about Philips Natlab and ASML and still contributes articles to Bits&Chips and High Tech Systems magazine. He also produces the Bits&Chips podcast and YouTube channel. \nSorry\, we are sold out! Please write an email to info@vnc-china.nl if you want us to put you on the waiting list.
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/event/china-cafe-about-nexperia-behind-the-headlines-of-the-nexperia-case-china-chips-choices/
LOCATION:Academisch Genootschap AG Eindhoven\, Parklaan 93\, Eindhoven\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:China Café kalender,Economics and Business,Economie en zakelijk,VNC event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251217T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251217T190000
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SUMMARY:Exhibition Opening: In the Fold of the Infinite
DESCRIPTION:In the Fold of the Infinite – A solo exhibition of Jiang Zhaojin\nCurated by: Selena Yang\nOpening Date: 17 Dec 2025\, 16:00 – 19:00\nExhibition Period: 17 Dec 2025 – 6 Feb 2026\nVenue: Oooit Art – Werkspoor International Art Center \nIn Jiang Zhaojin’s work\, landscape is no longer laid out in ink but regenerated from pieces of denim that have been worn\, washed\, and folded. These fabrics once originated from the assembly lines of the global garment industry—consumed\, discarded\, and absorbed into the anonymous cycles of fast fashion. Yet in her hands\, the creases\, abrasions\, mends\, and tears of denim are reread as the contours of mountains\, the drifting of clouds\, and the movement of water. Traces left by unfamiliar bodies regain warmth and settle into the textures of a renewed landscape. \n“In the Fold of the Infinite” refers not only to the layered silhouettes of mountains\, but also to the folds inherent in the material itself—creases where time leaves its mark on fabric\, just as society and history leave theirs on bodies and emotions. Soft matter carries overlooked labour\, itinerant memories\, and the personal experiences that industrial production so often attempts to flatten. Within these folds\, fabric becomes image\, stitching becomes gesture\, and fragments become terrain; commodities mass-produced\, consumed\, and discarded regain a new life\, and with it\, the dignity of shifting from mere “objects” to renewed “existence.” \nGrowing up in the mountains of Southwest China\, Jiang’s only tangible connection with her mother—who worked long-term in a distant garment factory—was the denim clothing mailed home over the years. Denim thus becomes more than a material: it is a point where industrial systems\, women’s labour\, and intimate bonds converge. Years later\, despite her academic training in traditional Chinese painting\, she returns to denim\, treating it not only as a medium but as a metaphor. As she cuts\, layers\, and stitches these fabrics today\, she asserts space for personal experience and emotional labour. The quiet elegance of literati painting meets the coarse textures of industrial production\, merging into a landscape of countless peaks and waters —opening new possibilities for the contemporary articulation of Chinese Shan Shui (landscape painting). \nBorn in 1993 in Suining\, Sichuan\, China\, Jiang holds a Master’s degree in Chinese Painting from the Academy of Fine Arts at Sichuan Conservatory of Music and has expanded her practice internationally through exchange programs at Universita IUAV di Venezia\, the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence\, and Kookmin University in South Korea. Beyond her artistic innovation\, Jiang has collaborated with major brands such as New Balance\, Nike\, Levi’s to explore sustainability in art\, highlighting her commitment to socially engaged practice.
URL:https://www.vnc-china.nl/event/exhibition-opening-in-the-fold-of-the-infinite/
CATEGORIES:Culture and Society,Partner
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