China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Fu Cong on Wednesday called on all UN member states to safeguard the victorious outcome of World War II (WWII), practice true multilateralism, and cement the foundation of world peace and development
Fu made the call at the United Nation General Assembly Special Solemn Meeting in Commemoration of All Victims of WWII, which was held on Wednesday.
At the meeting, Fu solemnly honored the innocent victims of the war and paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for human peace, civilization, and progress.
Fu said that people of the world completely defeated fascism through bloody and arduous struggles 80 years ago, achieving a monumental victory where justice triumphed over evil, light over darkness, and the progressive over the reactionary.
"As the primary eastern theater of the war, China endured enormous casualties exceeding 35 million. By holding back the main forces of Japanese militarism, China not only secured its own survival and national salvation, but also provided strong support to the resistant forces in Europe and the Pacific, making an indelible contribution to the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War," said Fu, emphasizing China's role in the global victory over fascism.
Fu said that the victory of WWII ushered in a new era of peace and development, yet 80 years later, the world has entered a new period of turbulence and change, with unilateralism on the rise and bullying running rampant.
He urged UN member states to learn from history, shoulder the responsibilities of the time, and forge a bright future.
Fu also called on all UN member states to jointly promote a correct understanding of the history of WWII and uphold the UN's authority and status.
"The United Nations has been instrumental in maintaining world peace and promoting common development. The United Nations needs to keep pace with the times through continuous reform and improvement. The more volatile the global landscape, the greater the need for international solidarity to support the UN's central role in international affairs," said Fu.
"Certain countries treat the United Nations as something they can use when it suits them and discard when it doesn't. They willfully withdraw from agreements and organizations, default on contribution payments, and cut funding in an attempt to place their narrow interests over the collective global good. Such practices are deeply unpopular and are ultimately doomed to failure," Fu continued.
History may have its twists and turns, but it always moves forward, said Fu, adding that carrying on the torch, defending peace, and staying on the right course is the best tribute to those who have fallen for the cause.
Chinese envoy calls on UN member states to safeguard victorious outcome of World War II
