Nearly 200 diplomats and representatives from 112 foreign embassies in China and 10 international organizations visited an exhibition at the Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression in Beijing on Thursday.
The exhibition is titled "For National Liberation and World Peace," held to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
The museum is located near the Lugou Bridge, or Marco Polo Bridge, which witnessed the July 7 Incident that marked the beginning of the Chinese people's all-out war of resistance against the Japanese aggression.
On July 7, 1937, Japanese soldiers attacked Chinese forces at the bridge in southwest Beijing (then Beiping), thus starting the full-scale invasion of China.
The exhibition, which opened on July 7 this year, features 1,525 photographs and 3,237 pieces of relics, tracing China's war of resistance against Japanese aggression from 1931 to 1945.
At the exhibition, the foreign diplomats listened attentively to the introduction, viewed historical images and exhibits, took pictures from time to time, and exchanged ideas with each other.
"Well, it's an honor to have the opportunity to visit the museum that preserves for present and future generations the memory of what China suffered under foreign aggression. It is a testimony for generations regarding what humanity must avoid and above all, a reminder of the conduct of countries in the international arena," said Argentine Ambassador to China Marcelo Suarez Salvia.
"It is a very, very good place to learn and understand about how the Japanese have done atrocity to the Chinese people. That is one thing. The other is how Chinese people came to overcome that atrocities. That is another thing. And in future, hopefully there will be no such events in humanity," said Nepalese Ambassador to China Krishna Prasad Oli.
"There are no winners in the wars. Everyone pays a heavy price. And that's quite obvious in the museum. The number of people who died, the properties destroyed, the futures are also destroyed, young of the youth especially. We all should support the freedom and sovereignty of countries and that the world should unite to prevent wars like what we see in this museum," said Jaime FlorCruz, ambassador of the Philippines to China.
Diplomats visit exhibition marking 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression
Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Saturday China is willing to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and advance the China-Lesotho strategic partnership.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Lesotho Prime Minister Sam Matekane in the capital of Lesotho.
During the meeting, Wang congratulated Lesotho on the 60th anniversary of its independence this year, and spoke highly of Lesotho government's efforts to prioritize economic development and steer the African country onto a path of sustainable growth. Since the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in 2024, the two sides have advanced cooperation under the 10 partnership action plans unveiled at the summit, successfully implementing a number of key projects to effectively promote Lesotho's development and revitalization, Wang said.
China stands ready to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and push for greater development of the China-Lesotho strategic partnership, he added.
Calling on the two sides to firmly support each other, Wang said that China will accelerate the implementation of its zero-tariff policy for African countries, including Lesotho, expand bilateral trade, investment and industrial cooperation, facilitate broader access of Lesotho's specialty products to the Chinese market, and continue to support Lesotho's national development.
China will continue to stand firmly with African countries, uphold justice for the Global South, including Lesotho, oppose unilateralism and acts of bullying, and work together to build a community with a shared future for humanity, Wang said.
On his part, Matekane said during the meeting that Lesotho cherishes its friendship with China and the strategic partnership between the two countries, and expressed gratitude for China's valuable support for the development of African countries, including Lesotho.
Lesotho firmly adheres to the one-China principle and resolutely supports China in safeguarding its core interests, he said, noting that his country stands ready to strengthen strategic mutual trust with China, expand people-to-people exchanges, jointly implement the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit, and deepen cooperation in areas such as infrastructure, manufacturing and energy.
Matekane stressed that China's zero-tariff policy for African products will inject new impetus into Lesotho's development. He also expressed Lesotho's willingness to strengthen solidarity and cooperation with China on multilateral platforms such as BRICS to jointly address global challenges.
On the same day, Wang also held talks with Lejone Mpotjoana, minister of foreign affairs and international relations of Lesotho.
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
