Zhao Zhenjiang

Zhao Zhenjiang (born February 1940) is a Chinese translator. For his contributions to the introduction of Spanish literature to foreign readers, he was honored with Queen Isabel Medal by the Spanish government in 1998, Order of May by Argentina in 1999, and Neruda Centennial Medal by Chile in 2004.

Biography
Zhao was born in Shunyi County, Beijing, in February 1940. He secondary studied at Niulanshan High School (牛栏山中学). In 1959, he was accepted to Peking University, majoring in French, one year later, he was transferred to the newly founded Spanish Department alongside Zhao Deming and Duan Ruochuan. After graduating in 1963, he taught at the university.

Personal life
Zhao married Duan Ruochuan, who is also a Spanish literature translator.

Honours and awards

 * 1995 Order of Reuven Dario
 * 1998 Queen Isabel Medal for translating Dream of Red Mansion
 * 1999 Order of May for translating Martin Fierro
 * 2004 Neruda Centennial Medal