about
The Royal Asiatic Society Beijing (RASBJ) aims to bring China and the rest of the world closer together.
Established 2013
The Royal Asiatic Society based in Beijing, China
We offer talks, online discussions, expert-led tours and publications which explore Chinese culture, history, society, art, architecture and science. RASBJ is a branch of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland. RAS was established in London in 1823, and HRH The Prince of Wales is its patron.
Activities
What We Offer
RASBJ engages Chinese and international academics, policy-makers, artists and media in exploring interactions between China and the rest of the world – past, present and future. We offer:
- Talks on science, diplomacy, history, cinema, art , ecology and other issues impacting Beijing
- Expert-led tours of museums, exhibitions, and historical venues in Beijing and other parts of China
- Online discussions -- for a global audience -- relating to books, trends, and society
- Archives related to bringing China and the rest of the world closer together
- The Journal and Monographs, published by the Royal Asiatic Society China
Latest News
Latest News
Upcoming Events (Late 2020 & Early 2021)
Please note the following events in our pipeline. Full updates will be published 1-2 weeks before each event taking place....
Read MoreRASBJ in 2020
In preparation for its scheduled Dec. 3 Annual General Meeting, the Council of the Royal Asiatic Society Beijing (RASBJ)...
Read MoreTime to renew? If your membership expired, renew now to enjoy RASBJ’s coming events
A) Oct 28 renowned Harvard economist Prof. Dwight Perkins explains “’Dual Circulation’ Demystified” with guest moderator Arthur Kroeber. B) Nov....
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ADVISORY GROUP
ADVISORY GROUP
Peter Batey OBE
Alan Babington-Smith
President of RASBJ