📖 Join us for an event on October 13th with Joseph Torigian, where he will discuss his book ‘The Party’s Interests Come First - The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping’ More info & registration: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/b64806...

Join us for Asia Academy #22 on October 6th! Three speakers with unique backgrounds will discuss India's shifting foreign policy and its relations to the US, China, Russia and the EU🌐 Sign up: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/fc6ff2...

Join us on September 25th in The Hague or online for our 21st Asia Academy on Japan's and China's mineral trade in Zimbabwe, with researcher Panashe Madamombe! Registration: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/981da0...

Florian Schneider has written an article after visiting the Chinese Internet Research Conference. He discusses the latest AI developments in China. What do scholars think about AI - including its darker sides? What does the future of Digital China hold? Read here: leidenasiacentre.nl/the-future-o...

𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭🇨🇳 A tour guide competition in Wuhan was part of #China's campaign to train storytellers of national heroes. Vincent Chang @unileiden.bsky.social & @leidenasiacentre.nl reveals how this new hero cult is not about remembering the past, but about shaping the future.

𝐉𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐣𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐣𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐮𝐬 🇯🇵 Terwijl de 70-plussers wél stemmen, dreigen jongeren in #Japan buitenspel te staan, daar slechts 1/3 van de jongeren lijkt te stemmen. Zo schrijft @unileiden.bsky.social researcher & @nieuws.nos.nl correspondent @anomav.bsky.social ⬇️ @leidenasiacentre.nl

Leestip voor de lunch: economie China wint dankzij Trump, aldus expert https://www.nrc.nl/nieuws/2025/07/18/leestip-voor-de-lunch-economie-china-wint-dankzij-trump-aldus-expert-a4900633

Our latest report by Eric Zhang and Rogier Creemers examines how ASEAN understands cybersecurity issues, and how it navigates the geopolitical situation around them. It also discusses how Europe can best find its role in cybersecurity cooperation with the region: leidenasiacentre.nl/southeast-as...

Many thanks to those who joined our 20th Asia Academy lecture about the Korean War! The speakers, Dr. Steven Denney and Elena Guido, discussed many aspects of the conflict. Want to learn more about the DPRK? Elena’s report is about to be published > stay tuned for our latest publications📖

This June 25th marks the 75th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War—a conflict that divided a nation and its people. How is this war remembered today? In this lecture, Elena Guido and Steven Denney will explore post-war history and politics. More info: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a...

India and Europe have always had a special relationship, but what does the future hold for this relationship? During this Asia Academy: India & Europe: Redefining Relations, Rajeev Lachmipersad of @geopolitieknu.bsky.social discussed the latest developments around India and Europe multilateralism.

In this video, LAC academic director Florian Schneider talks about mass media events in China, such as the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2010 Shanghai World Exposition. What are the messages portrayed in these events? Let's hear his thoughts on the topic💡 @flrnschndr.bsky.social

India is playing an increasingly important role on the world stage, while the European Union is looking for new partners in a more multipolar international system. Join us for a discussion on India, the European Union and changing geopolitical relations! Sign up: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a...

“En dat heeft te maken met het voeden van die fantasie dat zo’n idool er ook echt voor jou is. En dat gaat uiteindelijk ook ten koste van de vrijheid van het idool.” Flora Smit is Korea-expert bij LeidenAsiaCentre. Waarom is het belangrijk voor Nederland om onderzoek te doen naar de K-popindustrie?

LAC researcher Friso Dubbelboer discusses Chinese expansion in the Yellow Sea in this article in Het Financieele Dagblad. He compares China’s ‘fisheries’ in a disputed zone in the Yellow Sea to China’s previous activities and artificial island building in the South China Sea. fd.nl/politiek/155...

“You need to realize that China is not just a black box. There are a lot of domestic actors.” Meet Dr. Jue Wang, China researcher at LeidenAsiaCentre. Her research focuses on Chinese economy and international political economy, examining China’s external economic relationships.

Yesterday, we hosted our 18th Asia Academy: ChatGPT vs DeepSeek - China’s Rise as AI Power. Researchers Guangyu Qiao-Franco and Annelotte van Beek presented their latest report🔎 Curious about the implications of China's AI developments? Read the full report here: leidenasiacentre.nl/publication-...

“It can be difficult to define what success is when it comes to collaboration.” Meet Beste Sevindik, our Japan researcher. In this video, she discusses cultural collaboration efforts between the Netherlands and Japan.

“I think it helps to understand China not as somehow bizarrely unique.” Meet Florian Schneider, Academic Director at LeidenAsiaCentre. In this video, he discusses online nationalism in China. What happens when different actors interact on the internet in China? Let’s hear his thoughts on the topic!

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 - 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗚𝗕𝗧𝗤+ 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻: 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀, 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 LAC researcher Emily Boon @suika.bsky.social has published her latest report📖 Read the full publication here: leidenasiacentre.nl/publication-...

“The general misconception is that North Korea is this rogue, crazy state.” Meet Elena Guido, a LAC researcher who focuses on DPRK - Russia relations. She highlights the importance of understanding North Korea and illustrates the implications of DPRK - Russia relations for the rest of the world.

LGBTQ+ politics have become increasingly salient in Japan, with growing pressure for change. Join us for an event where Emily Boon, researcher on contemporary Japan, will present insights from her latest report: “Contemporary LGBTQ+ Politics in Japan". Register: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/contem...

“We have foremost work to do at home”, concludes Prof. Dr. Marijk van der Wende at today’s CKN report presentation. You can now read the latest CKN report '𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘛𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘌𝘜-𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘢 𝘈𝘤𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯', via: www.chinakennisnetwerk.nl/publications...

What is China’s role in shaping the future of AI? Join us on April 17 at Wijnhaven for a discussion on China’s strategy for global #aigovernance at the United Nations and other multilateral forums. What are the strategic #takeaways for policy makers? Tickets: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a...

What is the best approach for de-risking strategic supply chains? The latest CKN report examines Europe’s approach to de-risking, with a focus on three Dutch vital sectors: antibiotics, drones and electricity grid components. Read the full report here: www.chinakennisnetwerk.nl/publications...

Afgeladen zaal voor onze gasten, gevluchte Noord-Koreanen die spreken over hun ervaringen in het leger en in Rusland als dwangarbeider.

💡Japan update: In deze GeopolitiekNu update bespreek ik de reactie van Japan op de razendsnel kantelende wereldorde. Japan bevindt zich op een geopolitieke breuklijn, en de strategische keuzes die het moet maken zullen ook voor Europa grote consequenties hebben👇 geopolitieknu.nl/article/japa...

LeidenAsiaCentre is looking for a new Japan researcher! Do you want to contribute to strengthening Japan-related knowledge in the Netherlands? Send your cv and research proposal to LeidenAsiaCentre! The deadline for applications is 1 May 2025. More information: leidenasiacentre.nl/call-for-pro...

Update: There seemed to be an issue on the mobile version of the ticket pages for Asia Academy #18. This issue has now been resolved! There are still some tickets left for the event, so secure your place now ⌛ Tickets: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a...

When we hear about women’s rights in India, it is often through headlines about shocking cases of gender-based violence. What role do media play in portraying the position of women in India? Join us for another Asia Academy event! Sign up here: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a... #womenofindia

Since his election victory in November, Donald Trump has continued to threaten new #tariffs targeting key US trading partners, with China as a primary focus. Learn more about the implications of these events in the summary of our China Business Briefing Webinar: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Another successful edition of our #AsiaAcademy! Dr. Steven Denney described the recent events around South Korean president Yoon Seok-yeol, who is now impeached and under arrest. While the impeachment trial is ongoing, one thing is clear: the events have led to increased polarisation in the country.

During this month’s CKN Knowledge Session, the latest developments around Chinese social media platform #xiaohongshu were discussed🔎. Many thanks to Dr. @qianhuang.bsky.social and Dr. @carwynmorris.bsky.social for presenting their insights! Learn more on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9sO...

Maandag vond de tiende editie van dé Grote China Kennisquiz plaats🏆! Maar liefst negentien teams streden om de titel van grootste Chinakenners van Nederland. Na jaren van trouwe deelname heeft team 薯条机场 dit jaar de beker verdiend, van harte gefeliciteerd! Daarnaast hartelijk dank aan:

💰 𝗩𝗲𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗲 𝗸𝗼𝗼𝗽! 🇯🇵🇺🇸 #Japan krijgt militaire steun van de VS bij dreiging, maar moet in ruil daarvoor economische toezeggingen doen aan #Trump, zo schrijft Leids onderzoeker @anomav.bsky.social in @nrc.nl 👇 @leidenasiacentre.nl @clingendael.bsky.social @leidenhumanities.bsky.social

Join our upcoming China Business Briefing where top experts break down how Trump’s policies could impact China’s economy—and what that means for (Dutch) businesses operating in or with China. 📉 Sign up here: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/china-... #China, #geopolitics, #leidenasiacentre, #economy

DeepSeek is een veel goedkopere AI-alternatief uit China. Maar hoe bedreigend is deze ontwikkeling voor het Westen? En wat zijn de geopolitieke gevolgen? LeidenAsiaCentre onderzoeker Rogier Creemers legt het uit @nporadio1.bsky.social Luister hier vanaf 37:00: www.nporadio1.nl/uitzendingen...

Wishing everyone a year full of joy and fulfilment. May the Year of the Snake bring you prosperity!! 🐍 春节快乐，恭喜发财；새해 복 많이 받으세요；Chúc Mừng Năm Mới 🧧

Join us for our 17th Asia Academy! South Korea is facing significant political turbulence after President Yoon Seok-yeol’s unexpected declaration of martial law, leading to his impeachment and arrest. What are the implications for South Korea? More info: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a...

Er zijn nog tickets beschikbaar voor Dé Grote China Kennis Quiz, wees er snel bij!!

Join us for our 16th Asia Academy! Trump's presidency will have far-reaching consequences on global economics, especially for China. Dr. Jue Wang will examine the impact of new tariffs, the role of US-China relations and more! More info & tickets: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a...

Dé Grote China Kennis Quiz komt er weer aan! Quizmasters @edsander.bsky.social en @blogaap.bsky.social staan weer klaar om een uitdagende avond te verzorgen. Koop nu jouw tickets en toon jezelf en jouw team als de grootste Chinakenners van Nederland 🏆! leidenasiacentre.nl/event/de-gro...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! May the holiday season bring you peace, happiness, and unforgettable moments! - From all the staff at the LeidenAsiaCentre

“Het is tijd om het publieke debat over China naar een hoger niveau te tillen. Angst en onderbuikgevoelens mogen niet leidend zijn.” – @florisharm.bsky.social, Prof. Dr. Frank Pieke en Prof. Dr. @flrnschndr.bsky.social in de Volkskrant. Lees het hier: www.volkskrant.nl/columns-opin...

We still have some tickets left for our event this Thursday!

What are the ramifications of a new Trump mandate on the Korean Peninsula, and how will these ramifications impact Europ? Read our reseacher Elena Guido's analysis here in the Atlantisch Perspectief! www.atlcom.nl/artikel-atla...

As the dust settles in South Korea after president Yoon Suk-yeol's short lived state of emergency with martial law, join us next week at Asia Academy #15 where we will be looking at North Korea and its gamble on supporting Russia's invasion! For tickets: leidenasiacentre.nl/event/asia-a...

Congratulations to the Vereniging Vrienden van het Instituut Kern (Society of Friends of the Kern Institute) on receiving a royal medal of honour (koninklijke erepenning) from the mayor of Leiden, at its 100th anniversary! Read more about it here (Dutch): sleutelstad.nl/2024/11/29/k...

We have made a starter pack with all the LeidenAsiaCentre experts! Click the link to follow all our experts: go.bsky.app/SRhr5x PS. For LAC affiliated experts who have recently joined BlueSky and are not on the list, please contact us!

How does China see the world in 2024? How does the Chinese public view global actors and pressing issues of international concern? Find out on Wednesday at our CKN Knowledge Session. There are still some seats left! Registration: www.chinakennisnetwerk.nl/events/ckn-k...