UNITED KINGDOM · CHINA · EXCHANGE
Connecting cultures. Creating opportunities.
We bring people, ideas and businesses together through cultural understanding, educational exchange and practical dialogue between the UK and China.
Culture & education. Business & trade. People at the heart.
EXCHANGE STORY / CANNESSharing Chinese stories WHAT BRINGS US TOGETHER
Four areas of focus
Shared understanding, meaningful connections and room for new ideas.
Culture, people & shared experiences Cultural Exchange
Connecting communities through cultural events, the arts and shared experiences, with a focus on UK–China cultural cooperation.
Education & Professional Exchange
Encouraging educational exchange, professional connections and knowledge sharing between people and organisations in the UK and China.
Shared understanding. A starting point for cooperation.
Business & Trade Connections
Supporting communication between UK and Chinese businesses and helping them explore shared interests and potential cooperation.
Market Entry & Supply Chain Support
Exploring practical connections involving procurement, logistics, supply chains and market development, according to the needs of each enquiry.

Moments from CannesEXCHANGE STORIES / MAY 2024
A meeting of people. A conversation between cultures.
During the 77th Cannes Film Festival, an association representative explored Chinese culture, the creative industries and international exchange through conversations in Cannes.
Explore the exchange through its story and photographs, where Chinese perspectives meet an international setting.
Explore the Cannes storyCULTURE IN EVERYDAY CONNECTIONS
Poetry, craft & moments together

Lantern-making community workshop
Sharing Chinese traditional crafts and connecting a Derby community, one handmade lantern at a time.
Read the story
Poetry Across the Sea
Sharing language and culture across the sea through an August 2024 poetry event inspired by Mid-Autumn traditions.
Read the storyLET’S START A CONVERSATION
What could we explore together?
A cultural event, an educational exchange or a business idea — we welcome a conversation.
