China has unveiled documentaries and events to commemorate the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
The documentaries include Sinking of the Lisbon Maru and World War II: Remembered, Reimagined, Retold; The Canvas that Speaks; and The Compass of History.
China Global Television Network host Huang Jiyuan said, “History is not a cold list of the past, but behind those events lie the lives and blood of people who lived in that time.”
“The Canvas that Speaks highlights how Marina Nechaeva, a Russian concept artist, preaches world-building through her work inspired by the experience of her family during the wars,” the host said.
China will also hold a military parade on September 3 to mark the 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression.
On Friday in Beijing, Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu said the victory was a historic turning point where the Chinese nation emerged from a profound crisis and achieved national rejuvenation.
“Since the founding of the People’s Republic of China, China has adhered to an independent foreign policy of peace, proposed the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, and advocated promotion of world multipolarisation and democracy in international relations.
“China continues to make important contributions to the cause of world peace and development and remains committed to working with countries around the world to build a community with a shared future for humanity,” Zhaoxu said.
The Chinese Consulate in Lagos, in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, held a forum as part of the commemorative events.
At the forum, Ms Yan Yuqing, Consul-General of China in Lagos, said that history must be honoured, heroes remembered, and peace cherished. She explained that “any attempt to deny historical aggression, whitewash war crimes, or glorify militarism should be firmly opposed and condemned by the international community.
“Through immense national sacrifice, China upheld the Eastern front of the World Anti-Fascist War and made a decisive contribution to its victory.
“The Chinese people will not forget that our struggle received valuable support from peace-loving and justice-upholding nations and peoples around the world, including those of Africa.”