China, beyond
the headlines.
We move beyond stereotypes to explore China's history, culture, politics and economy, connecting students with global voices on China.
The King's China Studies Society, supported by the Lau China Institute.
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McKinsey Book Talk: The Untold Stories of Asia’s Extraordinary Owner-CEOs
With Joydeep Sengupta · Shapers and Founders.
Free · Sign-up required. Venue details are available when you register.
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It's where students go beyond stereotypes to understand China's history, culture, politics, economy and global influence, through genuine student perspectives.
- We move beyond stereotypes and simplistic narratives.
- We explore China's history, culture, politics and economy.
- We host talks, panel discussions and cultural gatherings.
- We connect students with academics, diplomats and industry experts.
- We make King's part of a global conversation on China.
We create spaces to learn, explore, discuss, meet people, and share perspectives on China — whether you specialise in China studies or are simply curious about its role in our globalised world.
Meet the team
Mariam BenamerPresident and Editor-in-Chief
Raphaël MaurerStudent Outreach and Event Manager- ZGZiyang GeEvents Coordinator
- Taihao WangEvents Coordinator
- ASAlicia Sierra MotomatsuContent Creator
From the Lau China Institute
The Lau China Institute is pleased to support this China-focused student society at King's College London. China is the most important geopolitical issue of our time, and promoting deeper, more diverse understanding of all related issues is both welcome and necessary. Professor Kerry Brown, Director of the Lau China Institute
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