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We maintain several activities to nurture and deepen our ties with different stakeholders. To cultivate supporters in Mainland China, Hong Kong and the U.S., CUSEF hosts a series of events that address current China-U.S. relations and speak to hot issues in the bilateral relationship. Moreover, CUSEF leaders and scholars also attend events organized by our partners and other stakeholders.

The Honorable Tung Chee-hwa, Founder of CUSEF and Hong Kong’s First Chief Executive, Celebrated in New York at China Institute of America’s Centennial Gala

2026-05-29

The Honorable Tung Chee-hwa, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of CUSEF and First Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, was honored with the China Institute Centennial Award.

Bridging Cultures: Ambassador Max Baucus and Montana Students Join CUSEF Diplomacy Talk

2026-05-27

Students joined former U.S. Ambassador Max Baucus and CUSEF President James Chau for a talk on diplomacy at the CUSEF office.

Carrying Forward Ping-Pong Diplomacy: U.S., Chinese Pickleball Players Bond Through Exchange

2026-05-25

CUSEF welcomed the Oregon‑China Friendship Pickleball Delegation to China for the 2026 China‑U.S. Friendship Pickleball Event, a program designed to carry forward the legacy of “Ping‑Pong Diplomacy” and promote people‑to‑people exchanges through sports.

CUSEF Hosts SIIS and Hong Kong NGO Leaders for Roundtable on Global Cooperation

2026-05-21

CUSEF welcomed a four-expert delegation from the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies to Hong Kong office for a roundtable discussion.

Christopher Nixon Cox and James Chau Discuss the State of U.S.-China Relations Ahead of Beijing Summit

2026-05-12

Christopher Nixon Cox, grandson of U.S. President Richard Nixon and Founder of the Nixon Dialogue, joined James Chau, President of CUSEF, for an expansive interview to discuss the shifting landscape of global diplomacy.

CUSEF Launches 3rd U.S.-China Arts Dialogue Podcast Series

2026-05-08

CUSEF has officially released the 3rd U.S.-China Arts Dialogue podcast series, based on conversations recorded live during the Dialogue held on March 27, 2026, at Alisan Fine Arts in Hong Kong.

Ping-Pong Diplomacy 55 Years On: CUSEF Organizes Judy Hoarfrost and U.S. Collegiate Team Visit to China

2026-04-27

To mark the 55th anniversary of China‑U.S. Ping‑Pong Diplomacy, CUSEF hosted an April exchange visit to China with Judy Hoarfrost and nine players from the All Northwest USA Collegiate Table Tennis Team.

CUSEF Hosts The Hotchkiss School Students for Immersive China Exchange

2026-04-23

The delegation travelled across Beijing, Chengdu, and Hong Kong, exploring landmarks and experiencing cultural activities.

“A Shared Voyage: China-U.S. Youth Friendship Program” Concludes in Shanghai

2026-04-14

The closing ceremony was held on the deck of the OceanXplorer, with nearly 100 representatives from both countries in attendance.

CUSEF Supports Youth Exchange Through OceanX Maritime Program

2026-04-09

The initiative brought together 20 university students from China and the United States for a two-week maritime journey aboard the OceanXplorer research vessel.

CUSEF Hosts the 3rd U.S.-China Art Dialogue, Connecting Cultures Through Creativity

2026-04-01

CUSEF hosted the 3rd U.S.-China Art Dialogue at Alisan Fine Arts. The event introduced a podcast-style format, transforming the gallery space into a live recording studio.

CUSEF President James Chau Delivers Message to the U.S.-China Young Scholars Dialogue

2026-01-09

Mr. James Chau, President of CUSEF, delivered a video address at the event, where fifteen young scholars from NCUSCR gathered to exchange views with Chinese experts on the bilateral relations.