Yuan Can Xing Zhu

About the Author

Yuan Can Xing Zhu is a distinguished scholar and historian specializing in the intersection of international humanitarian law and Chinese history. With a deep commitment to uncovering the overlooked narratives of global influences on modern China, Yuan's research illuminates the transmission and application of humanitarian principles during pivotal eras. Her seminal work, '红十字文化丛书：国际人道法在华传播与实践研究（1874-1949）', meticulously traces the evolution of the Red Cross movement and international humanitarian law in China from the late Qing dynasty through the Republican period, offering profound insights into how these global ideals were adapted amid war, revolution, and cultural transformation. Drawing on extensive archival sources, Yuan's scholarship bridges Eastern and Western perspectives, enriching our understanding of diplomacy, ethics, and human rights in a rapidly changing world. Her contributions continue to inspire interdisciplinary dialogue on global history and legal studies.