As 2025 approaches, the world will mark the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. For Moraima Ordonez, a Mexican student at Peking University, this milestone is more than a date, it's a living lesson for her generation.
Stepping onto the campus of one of the Chinese mainland's most prestigious universities, Moraima delves into archives, testimonies and battlefield maps, drawn by a desire to understand how events on the Chinese mainland shaped the broader anti-fascist struggle. She notes how decisive battles, from the rice paddies of central China to the mountain passes in the south, helped turn the tide against aggression and set a precedent for international cooperation.
History isn't just names and dates, Moraima explains. It's a playbook of courage, resilience and collective action. She warns that ignoring the past risks repeating the same mistakes.
Her call echoes across digital forums and university halls, reaching young global citizens in G20 nations who navigate a world still grappling with inequality, conflict and the fallout of historic tensions. By drawing wisdom from the past, Moraima believes this generation can champion peace, uphold fairness and build a more just international order.
From virtual study groups to student-led symposiums on cross-border solidarity, the movement is taking shape. It's a reminder that learning from history is not a passive act but a springboard for real-world impact—whether through grassroots activism, policy research or creative storytelling.
As the countdown to the 80th anniversary continues, Moraima's message is clear: let us honor the sacrifices of the past by forging a future where peace and justice are woven into the fabric of global society.
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We Talk: Mexican youth urges learning from history to champion peace
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