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Established in 1987, the Landelijke Federatie van Chinese Organisaties in Nederland (LFCON) is the umbrella organization representing Chinese community groups in the Netherlands. As the official bridge between the Chinese community and the Dutch government, the Federation engages in dialogue on behalf of the Chinese community, safeguards its legitimate rights and interests, promotes integration into Dutch society, and fosters unity among its member organizations. The Federation is a non-profit public welfare organization with no political or religious affiliation.
As the official communication channel between the government and the Chinese community, it systematically reflects the demands and actual situation of the Chinese community and strives for its due rights and interests in accordance with the law.
It unites Chinese community organizations across the Netherlands, promotes collaboration and consensus, enhances the overall social status of the Chinese community, and supports Chinese overseas Chinese in participating in politics and deliberating on state affairs.
All activities are based on the fundamental interests of Chinese nationals residing abroad and overseas Chinese. We adhere to the principles of non-profit, non-religious and non-political nature, and are not involved in commercial operations.
First Chairman: Mr. Mei Xuhua
In the 1980s, the number of Chinese community organizations in the Netherlands increased significantly. The Dutch government hoped to establish a unified body that could represent the Chinese community to facilitate communication and dialogue. Against this background, 17 Chinese community organizations tly initiated and founded this organization.
Chairman：Mr. Lin Dehua
During this period, the Federation consolidated its organizational foundation and continued to promote communication and dialogue with the Dutch government.
Chairman：Mr. Mei Xuhua
Mei Xuhua took office as Chairman again, continuing the work direction set in the early days of the Federation.
Chairman：Mr. Hu Zhiguang
By June 1994, the number of member associations had reached 35.
Chairman：Mr. Bi Chuanyou
The Federation continued to develop with a further expanded membership base.
Chairman：Mr. Yang Huagen
During the term of Chairman Yang Huagen, the Federation successfully held a series of events commemorating the 100th anniversary of Chinese immigrants arriving in the Netherlands. These events received great attention from mainstream Dutch society and significantly raised the social status of the Chinese community.
Chairman：Mr. Wang Jianguang
It organized the World Chinese Cuisine Cooking Competition in Rotterdam, which became a highlight of his term of office.
Chairman：Mr. Ji Zengbin
The Federation grandly held its 30th Anniversary Celebration and the Inauguration Ceremony of the 12th Council at a hotel in Utrecht.
Chairman：Mr. Huang Qilin
On the evening of February 22, 2023, the Federation’s transition ceremony was grandly held at the Oceanium in Rotterdam.
Chairman:Mr. Chen Long
Op 12 maart 2026 werd de heer Chen Long verkozen tot voorzitter van de 14de Federatie.
As a bridge between the Dutch government and the Chinese community, all previous presidents have been committed to upholding this mission.
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As the official bridge between the Dutch government and the Chinese community, the Landelijke Federatie van Chinese Organisaties in Nederland (LFCON) performs the following core functions: representing the Chinese community in dialogue with the government to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests in accordance with the law; uniting Chinese community organizations across the Netherlands to build consensus and collective strength; facilitating the integration of the Chinese community into mainstream Dutch society; promoting Chinese culture and supporting Chinese language education; and organizing charitable and public welfare activities. All activities of the Federation adhere to the principles of being non-profit, non-religious and non-political. View the constitution to learn more.View Articles & Learn More
Government Dialogue
Unite Associations
Rights Protection
Political Participation & Policy Consultation
Social Integration
Cultural Heritage
Charity & Public Welfare
Chinese Language Education
Stichting Landelijke Federatie van Chinese Organisaties in Nederland has established a Board of Directors as its statutory governing body, which represents the Federation externally and assumes legal liability. The Council serves as the internal management and operational body, consisting of the Standing Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents, member organizations and an Advisory Group. The Secretariat is responsible for daily administration and external liaison. The three bodies perform their respective duties and jointly ensure the standardized operation of the Federation.
Represent the Federation externally, sign contracts and manage bank accounts.
Assume full legal and financial responsibility.
Implement the Federation's objectives and make final decisions on major matters.
Appoint or dismiss members of the Board of Directors (based on recommendations from the Council).
Democratically elect the President and other important positions.
Review annual financial statements and operational reports.
Propose the removal of Board members.
Discuss and decide major internal affairs of the Federation; its resolutions shall be implemented only after confirmation by the Board of Directors.
Responsible for the daily administrative management of the Federation.
Undertake external liaison, communication and coordination functions.
Organize meetings and manage documents and archives.
Assist the Board of Directors and the Council in implementing various resolutions.
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