RASBJ/ 北京煌雅文化, based in Beijing, offers in-person talks, online discussions, excursions and social gatherings to explore Chinese and Asian culture, history, art, science and ecology. Our expert speakers focus on the peoples of China and Asia and their interactions with the rest of the world – past, present, and future.
RASBJ is a bridge towards cultural understanding. Our events are curated and cater to the intellectually curious; an archive of more than 150 event videos can be accessed by RASBJ members. To join as a member, please visit the Memberships page of this website. (On your phone, click on the menu at the screen's top left corner -- the three horizontal lines -- and select Memberships. On the computer, click the Memberships tab at the top of the screen.) For more on RASBJ activities, visit this website's Events page, where you can toggle between Upcoming Events and Past Events.
WHAT'S COMING UP July 17, Friday: Hans van de Ven discusses his new book “Blood Dawn: World War II and the Making of Modern Asia” in conversation with David Rennie (online), jointly held with Yale Center Beijing September 2, Wednesday: Rana Foroohar introduces her new book “Sea Change: The New Great Game in the Arctic Circle” (online) September 5, Saturday: Wine and Jazz at Canaan Winery in Hebei province (in person) October 28, Wednesday: Hans van de Ven and Dominic Lieven discuss “Empire” (in person, joint event with Yale Center Beijing)
Disclaimer: RASBJ accepts no liability for loss or damage, including personal injury or damage to property during events