China hopes that all countries can use history as a mirror and value peace, said Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun at a press briefing in Beijing on Thursday.
Guo was commenting on the success of the just-concluded grand V-Day commemoration in Beijing on Wednesday, marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
"September 3 marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War and a major day celebrated by the Chinese people and all peace-loving countries and people across the world. President Xi Jinping in his important address at the grand commemoration noted that we gather here to remember history, honor fallen heroes, cherish peace, and create a better future. The Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was an important part of the World Anti-Fascist War. With huge national sacrifice, the Chinese people made major contributions to saving human civilization and safeguarding world peace. The great victory will go down in the history of the Chinese nation and in the history of humanity's fight for justice and peace. The Chinese people won the great victory through their united efforts with the anti-fascist Allied forces and the people around the world. The Chinese government and people will never forget the foreign governments and international friends who supported and assisted the Chinese people in resisting aggression. We invited more than 50 international friends or their families from 14 countries, including Russia, the U.S., the UK, France and Canada to attend the commemorative events. The Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries awarded 55 international friends with the commemorative medal of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression," Guo said.
"History cautions us that humanity rises and falls together. Only when all countries and nations treat each other as equals, coexist in peace and support each other, can we uphold common security, eradicate the root cause of war and prevent the reoccurrence of historical tragedies. Today, humanity again has to choose between peace and war, dialogue and confrontation, win-win cooperation and zero-sum game. The commemoration again shows that China will firmly stand on the right side of history and the progress of human civilization, and that we are committed to the path of peaceful development. We sincerely hope that all countries will draw wisdom from history, value peace, and jointly create a better future for humanity," Guo said.
A massive military parade was held on Wednesday morning, showcasing China's commitment to peaceful development in a world still fraught with turbulence and uncertainty.
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