Chinese premier Li Qiang announced the start of the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against the Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War in Beijing on Wednesday, kicking off a solemn tribute in the heart of the city.
The ceremony began with an 80-gun salute echoing across Tian'anmen Square, each volley symbolizing a year since the momentous victory. Moments later, a flag-raising ceremony reinforced the spirit of unity and remembrance, as the national flag climbed high against the morning sky.
For a new generation growing up in a digitally connected world, the echoes of history offer lessons in resilience. The precision of the salute and the formality of the ceremony were a reminder of how coordinated efforts can shape global outcomes—then and now.
As young citizens, entrepreneurs, and changemakers around the world reflect on the legacy of unity against fascism, Beijing’s ceremony underscores the enduring power of collective memory. In commemorating 80 years, the event invites us to consider how past victories inform our shared pursuit of peace.
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