With eight decades passing since the end of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, China is gearing up for a major commemoration. But tensions have flared in Beijing’s diplomatic corridors ahead of the event.
On Tuesday, the Chinese Foreign Ministry lodged serious representations to Japan over negative remarks about the upcoming gathering marking the 80th anniversary of victory. Spokesperson Guo Jiakun emphasized that the aim is to remember history and cherish peace.
“Any country that faces history with integrity, draws lessons from history, and is truly committed to peaceful development will not doubt or even object to this,” Guo said, underlining the importance of a mature historical perspective.
According to Guo, correctly understanding and treating history is a cornerstone of Japan’s post-war return to the international community, the political foundation for its relations with neighboring countries, and a key test of its commitment to peaceful development.
China has urged Japan to face squarely and reflect on its history of aggression, make a clean break with militarism, and earnestly respect the feelings of the people of China and other victimized countries. As global citizens follow this diplomatic dialogue, the message is clear: learning from the past is essential for shaping a peaceful future.
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