Marking 80 Years: A Parade for Peace
On September 3, the Chinese mainland will stage a grand military parade in Beijing to commemorate the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. More than 20 foreign leaders are expected, underscoring the event’s global significance.
Beyond showcasing military strength, the parade aims to send a message of remembrance, peace, and a call for international fairness and justice. As China steps forward as a rising force for peace, questions emerge: What vision will this V-Day parade project to the world? How might it shape the Global South’s outlook? And what roadmap for cooperation can pave the way for lasting peace?
Global Perspectives in Focus
To unpack these themes, CGTN host Huang Jiyuan convenes a diverse panel of voices:
- Jack Forsdike, a British vlogger with a focus on Asian affairs, explores how digital storytelling can bridge East–West perceptions.
- Vladimir Petrovskiy, senior research fellow at the Far East Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, assesses the parade through a geopolitical lens.
- Einar Tangen, senior fellow at the Taihe Institute, examines historical memory and its role in shaping modern international relations.
- Professor Wang Yiwei, Jean Monnet Chair professor at Renmin University of China, offers insights on China’s evolving role in Global South partnerships.
Charting a Path to Shared Security
Panelists will draw on wartime statistics, current cooperation metrics, and personal narratives to debate how historical commemorations can fuel contemporary diplomacy. They will propose strategies for multilateral collaboration that prioritize equity, human security, and shared prosperity.
As the world watches Beijing’s September spectacle, the conversation promises to spark fresh ideas on peacebuilding. For a younger, globally minded audience, these discussions highlight how past victories can inform tomorrow’s alliances—and how global citizens everywhere can engage in the quest for a more just and peaceful world.
Reference(s):
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