Anthony J. Spires, associate director of the Centre for Civil Society Studies and assistant professor of sociology at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, discusses his survey research comparing local NGOs in Beijing, Yunnan, and Guangdong.

The National Committee co-hosts a luncheon for Vice President Xi Jinping. Widely expected to be named China's next president, Xi delivers his only scheduled policy speech of his Washington visit at the luncheon.

At the outset of the year of the dragon, the National Committee featured founder and chairman of the Dui Hua Foundation John T. Kamm in a conversation with National Committee President Stephen Orlins.

In introducing her latest book, Dr. Shelley Rigger addressed the critical question of why Taiwan is important to the United States, highlighting economic and political breakthroughs and outlining the complexities surrounding Taiwan's domestic politics.

On December 8, Dr. Mary Brown Bullock, Distinguished Visiting Professor of China Studies at Emory University, discussed her book, The Oil Prince’s Legacy: Rockefeller Philanthropy in China.

On November 30 in New York City, Harvard University professor emeritus Dr. Ezra F. Vogel discussed his new biography, Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China.

On November 16, dozens of venues across the U.S. will join a live webcast with Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski and host discussions of local interest with on-site China experts.

Congressmen Charles Boustany and Rick Larsen share their perspectives on Congressional views of China and potential China-related legislation. Congressmen Boustany and Larsen co-chair the bi-partisan U.S.-China Working Group, which seeks to educate members of Congress on U.S.-China issues through meetings with leaders from the United States and China.

The National Committee co-hosted a lunch with the US-China Business Council in honor of Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi in New York.

Dr. Jeffrey Bader, recently retired senior director for East Asian affairs at the National Security Council and special assistant to the President, discusses the China portion of the Vice President’s upcoming trip to Asia.

Dr. Shawn Shieh, director of the China Development Brief Translation Project, discusses new findings that point to a burgeoning relationship between foundations and nonprofit organizations in China.

Former Secretary of State and National Committee Vice Chairman Henry Kissinger discusses his new book On China. Dr. Kissinger examines how China has approached diplomacy, strategy, and negotiation throughout its history and reflects on the impact this history has on the global balance of power in the 21st century.

Foreign Policy Colloquium provides Chinese students an opportunity to learn about the making and implementation of U.S. foreign policy from the experts themselves.

The National Committee celebrates 45 years of promoting constructive U.S.-China relations and recognizes Jan Berris for 40 years of service to the organization at its 2011 Member's Program.

Author Michael Meyer discusses his first book, The Last Days of Old Beijing, detailing the capital city's oldest neighborhood and the transformations that took place in preparation for the 2008 Olympic Games.

On April 25, University of California, San Diego Professor Susan Shirk will examine the influence the media and internet have over Chinese politics during a National Committee public program.

The Ford Foundation's Ira Belkin discussed the current state of the rule of law in China during a public program at NYU's School of Law.

Held in memory of two giants in the China field, the annual Barnett-Oksenberg Lecture provides a forum in Shanghai to discuss Sino-American relations, arguably the most important bilateral relationship of this century.

Freshmen members of Congress and members of the bi-partisan U.S.-China Working Group sit down with two former Secretaries of State to discuss the history of Sino-American relations and current issues affecting the relationship.

Regional experts Richard Bush, Ian Bremmer and Kent Calder provided insight into the current state of the relationship between China, Japan, Russia and the two Koreas during a panel discussion at the Japan Society.

In his latest book, Dr. Edward Steinfeld discusses China's rise, challenging many preconceived notions about how the country operates, both internally and externally.

Head of the China Society for People's Friendship Studies meets with National Committee members and staff to discuss recent initiatives and developments in Sino-American relations.

Expressing optimism about the future of U.S.-China relations, Premier Wen stresses China’s commitment to openness and reform

Program focuses on security topics not conventionally discussed in military training: climate change, economic development, China’s use of soft power, scientific and technological development, and more.

In his new memoir, Ambassador Platt recounts his role at the center of the top-level meetings that signaled the resumption of diplomatic ties between the two countries in the 1960s and 70s.

Jeffrey Wasserstrom and Joseph Kahn reflect on a changing China from both sides of the academic/journalism divide.

Professor Cohen , a pioneer in the field of Chinese and Asian legal studies in the United States and an important player in the re-opening of U.S.-China relations, reflects on the last five decades of Chinese legal development.

The former Chinese ambassador to the United Kingdom looked at the current state of the U.S.-China relationship.

Former Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for China Affairs, Mr. Stratford highlights some of the core trade issues in the U.S.-China relationship, touches on the available tools and approaches for addressing these issues, and describes the complex context in which these tools may be used.

Ira Belkin, program officer on law and rights at the Ford Foundation in Beijing, shared his insights on trends in human rights and the rule of law in China.

Deborah Bräutigam's new book, The Dragon's Gift: The Real Story of China in Africa, tackles the myths and explains the realities of China's Africa policy.

Through three distinct stories, the author tracks how the automobile and improved roads are transforming modern China.

The founder and CEO of Hong Kong think tank Civil Exchange addressed the economy, civil society, the Hong Kong government, and perceptions of Hong Kong today.

The author provides an insider's view of China's changing political climate and the leadership's thoughts on trade, diplomacy, and more at a Jones Day Lecture Series event.

Congressman Rick Larsen shares his perspectives on Congressional views of China and potential China-related legislation. Congressman Larsen co-founded and co-chairs the bi-partisan U.S.-China Working Group, which educated members of Congress on U.S.-China issues through meetings with leaders from the United States and China.

Ambassador Wu Jianmin participated in a roundtable discussion moderated by National Committee President Stephen Orlins. Ambassador Wu discussed U.S.-China relations during the Obama administration.

Dr. Lai, Minister of Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council, talks about the steady steps Taiwan is taking to build mutual trust across the Strait.

Professors Ashley Esarey and Yang Guobin discuss the Internet in China today, and its implications for U.S.-China relations.

National Committee director Geraldine Kunstadter invited fellow directors and staff members to dinner at her home on April 22 to welcome Chinese Ambassador to the United Nations Zhang Yesui and Consul General of the Chinese Consulate in New York, Ambassador Peng Keyu, and their spouses to New York.

The National Committee hosts a roundtable discussion with Zhang Jingjing, director of litigation, Center for Legal Assistance to Pollution Victims.

Huang Mengfu, Chairman, China Foundation for Human Rights Development, speaks about China's development at Harvard University

Delegation of American mayors and other municipal leaders meet with Chinese government, business, and NGO leaders to share best practices in the field of green initiatives and sustainable urban development.

A cross-section of educators, hand- picked by the top students in the United States, learn more about China and U.S.-China relations at the annual Master Teacher China Seminar.

The National Committee co-hosted a dinner in Washington, DC, in honor of Wang Qishan, Vice Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China during his visit as part of the Strategic & Economic Dialogue.

Judge J. Clifford Wallace, senior circuit judge from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, joins us for a discussion of Judicial Reform in China. (New York Event)

Discussion with author David Shambaugh, professor of political science and international affairs, George Washington University. (New York Event)

A conference call program for National Committee members to discuss the history and present situation in Tibet as well as the implications of recent events for U.S.-China relations and the Beijing Olympics.

Young & Restless in China follows the lives of nine young people over four years as they struggle to find their way in a country changing faster than any in history. After the screening, the producer, documentary filmmaker Sue Williams of Ambrica Productions, joins for a discussion.

Experts discuss (and demonstrate) best practices of municipal e-governance systems currently in use in cities across the globe.

In an off-the-record session, Chinese officials clarify for American China-watchers policies adopted at the 17th Party Congress.

Comprised of 20 young American China scholars, the Public Intellectuals Program expands and deepens the scholars' knowledge of aspects of China beyond their own specialties and encourages their active engagement as public intellectuals both within and beyond their professional and geographic communities.

Dr. Cheng Li, senior fellow at The Brookings Institution, and Ambassador J. Stapleton Roy , vice chairman at Kissinger Associates, speak about the implications of the 17th Party Congress for China and U.S.-China relations.

Law professors James Feinerman and Titi Liu identify some of the major milestones in China’s legal reforms and highlight some grassroots-level developments, particularly in the field of legal aid.

National Committee and two partners worked with the Ministry of Labor and Social Security on a multi-year effort to assist the Chinese government in its efforts to strengthen protection of workers’ rights and to comply with internationally recognized labor standards.

Former North Carolina Democratic Senator John Edwards gets educated about China by engaging in direct dialogues with Chinese officials, business executives and specialists.

Professors Robert A. Scalapino and Lucian Pye, two distinguished scholars in the U.S.-China relations field, discuss the founding of the National Committee, its work over the past 40 years and the role it might play in the future.

The dinner, on April 20, 2006, affords the president of the People’s Republic of China his only opportunity to offer a public address in Washington, DC.

In 1996, the National Committee brought together a group of international experts from the United States, Canada, and Thailand to present a series of best-practices workshops in China on the workings on non-governmental organizations.

In the summer of 1990, at a time when few PRC delegations were traveling abroad, the National Committee brought the mayors of six of China’s largest and most outward-looking cities to the United States.

Seven representatives of the National People’s Congress and State Education Commission observe how Americans bring lawsuits against their government.

Committee-organized study tour program supplements the academic training Chinese scholars and students already receive while studying at U.S. institutions by giving greater exposure to America’s history, culture, and key institutions.

During a three-week stay, delegation of Chinese municipal leaders, also including city planners, architects, and engineers, focuses on a wide spectrum of urban issues affecting American cities.

Two years before normalization of relations, program provides young American elected officials and others involved in local and state politics with an opportunity to meet with their counterparts and increase their understanding of China.

While a few staff members accompanied their Senators and Congressmen on Congressional trips to China in the early 70s, it was not until 1976 that the first group made up entirely of Senate and House committee staff members visited China.

Program sends delegation of leaders from American organizations active in public education about world affairs to China in October 1975. Visit provides opportunity for George H.W. Bush to meet Deng Xiaoping for the first time.

A combined study tour and internship placement provides opportunities for seven Chinese legal aid administrators to observe the administration and governance of American legal service organizations.

Committee's A. Doak Barnett Memorial Essay Contest challenges Chinese and American graduate students to reflect on essential aspects of the United States-China relationship.

Committee helps the Rockefeller Foundation look at how China’s emergence affects the foundation’s strategies and goals.

Committee organizes listening tours to China for Congressional staffers to get a clearer understanding of the country's accomplishments and challenges.

Started in September 1984 as an off-the-record gathering of leading citizens of China and America, the U.S.-China Dialogue was the first formal instance of Track II diplomacy in the Sino-American relationship.

Delegations of government officials, scholars, and experts travel to the U.S. and China to find more productive ways of managing public participation in issues such as eminent domain, demolition, and relocation.

Leading American and Chinese legal officials, academics and attorneys gather to discuss developments in four areas of law that affect human rights.

A one-hour docu-mentary on the history and work of the National Committee created by The Visionaries will air in two parts starting in January, 2012.

Members of Congress travel to China with Committee president Stephen Orlins to meet with high-level officials, discussing security issues and military to military relations.

Administered in 2005-2006, the Strengthening Volunteer Management in Chinese NGOs project provided Chinese NGO professionals the opportunity to receive practical training in volunteer management from American NGO experts.

In honor of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the PRC, a series of "postcards" from China intended to capture a sense of the proceedings in Beijing.

Delegations of young leaders from NGOs and local governments in post-Katrina areas of the Gulf Coast and earthquake-affected regions of Sichuan travel to China and the U.S. to exchange ideas on integrating environmental sustainability into long-term post-disaster recovery.