The 80th Anniversary Of The Victory Of The Chinese People's War Of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression And The World Anti-Fascist War

Eighty years ago today, the Chinese people, together with the peoples of the world, utterly defeated fascism, achieving a great victory where justice triumphed over evil, light over darkness, and progress over reaction. The barbaric brutality of Japanese militarist aggressors inflicted unimaginable calamity upon the Chinese people, igniting the tenacious resistance of the Chinese nation. The September 18 Incident marked the beginning of the Chinese people's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and opened the curtain on the global anti-fascist war. The July 7 Incident signaled the start of China's nationwide resistance, thereby establishing the Eastern main theater of the world's anti-fascist war. Under the banner of the Anti-Japanese National United Front initiated and established by the Communist Party of China, the Chinese people united in their resolve to fight the aggressors to the bitter end and resist to the very end. Whether on the front lines or behind enemy lines, patriotic soldiers faced death with unwavering resolve. People from all walks of life united in their hatred of the enemy. All Chinese people worked together with one heart and one mind, composing a magnificent epic that shook heaven and earth and moved the spirits. After 14 years of arduous and bloody struggle, the Chinese people defeated the vicious Japanese militarist aggressors, achieving the first complete victory in modern Chinese history against foreign invasion.

The great victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression marked a historic turning point for the Chinese nation, shifting from a profound crisis in modern times toward great rejuvenation. This great victory shattered Japanese militarism's scheme to colonize and enslave China, washed away the national shame of repeated defeats in resisting foreign aggression since modern times, strengthened the Chinese people's resolve to pursue national independence, freedom, and liberation, and ushered in a new historical journey of the ancient nation rising like a phoenix from the ashes.

The great victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was an integral part of the victory in the global war against fascism. From its inception, this war held profound significance in saving human civilization, defending justice, and safeguarding world peace. It commenced earliest, endured longest, and paid the heaviest price among all fronts in the global anti-fascist war. The Chinese theater of war was long tied down and resisted the main forces of Japanese militarism. Through immense national sacrifice, it sustained the Eastern main theater of the global anti-fascist war, coordinated with strategic operations on the European and Pacific fronts, and made a vital contribution to the victory of the world anti-fascist war. This great victory heralded the complete triumph of the global anti-fascist war, reestablished China's status as a major world power, and earned the Chinese people the respect of peace-loving peoples worldwide.

On September 3, China commemorated the 80th anniversary of the victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War with a grand military parade. Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, reviewed the armed forces of the Republic and watched the parade alongside international guests and representatives from various sectors.

This parade marked the first such event since China embarked on a new journey to advance modernization with Chinese characteristics. It showcased the People's Liberation Army's new look as it strives toward its centenary, and served as a resolute declaration by the Chinese nation to defend peace and justice.

At approximately 9:19 a.m., accompanied by majestic music, Xi Jinping rode in a Hongqi inspection vehicle eastward along Chang'an Avenue, reviewing ground formations, battle flag formations, and equipment formations in sequence.

Since the new era began, guided by Xi Jinping's Thought on Strengthening the Military, the People's Army has been reborn through revolutionary forging, advancing toward strength through historic restructuring, and striding toward world-class excellence.

"Obey the Party's command! Be capable of winning battles! Maintain fine conduct!"

"Justice will prevail! Peace will prevail! The people will prevail!"

As Xi Jinping returned to the Tiananmen Rooftop after the review, the troops participating in the parade chanted these slogans.

In the 1930s and 1940s, under the banner of the Anti-Japanese National United Front advocated by the Communist Party of China, the Chinese nation sustained the main theater of war in the East through immense sacrifice, making a significant contribution to the victory of the global anti-fascist war.

Remembering history is not about wallowing in pain, but learning lessons to strive for progress.

After watching the live broadcast together at TOPTION, Kellin delivered a speech: This was not merely a display of military might, but a dialogue transcending time and space, carrying profound significance. This is the legacy of remembering history and honoring our martyrs. This is a showcase of national defense modernization and a demonstration of national strength. This is a declaration of China's unwavering stance in upholding world peace. This is the promotion of national power and national confidence! Seeing our motherland grow increasingly prosperous, as ordinary citizens, each of us must pay taxes lawfully, cultivate the next generation to dedicate their scientific research to the nation.

The great rejuvenation is unstoppable. The clarion call of a new journey has sounded. Forward! Forward! Forward!

The great victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression constituted a vital component of the triumph in the global anti-fascist war. From its inception, this war bore profound significance in saving human civilization, upholding justice for humanity, and safeguarding world peace. It commenced earliest, endured longest, and incurred the heaviest toll among all fronts in the global anti-fascist struggle. The Chinese theater of war was long tied down and resisted the main forces of Japanese militarism. Through immense national sacrifice, it sustained the Eastern main theater of the global anti-fascist war, coordinated with strategic operations on the European and Pacific fronts, and made a vital contribution to the victory of the global anti-fascist war. This great triumph heralded the complete victory of the global anti-fascist war, reestablished China's status as a major world power, and earned the Chinese people the respect of peace-loving peoples worldwide.

The Chinese nation has always cherished peace, and Chinese modernization follows a path of peaceful development. Since modern times, despite repeated invasions, humiliations, and plunder by imperialist powers, the Chinese people have not learn the law of the jungle where the weak are preyed upon by the strong. Instead, they became even more determined to uphold peace. China has no genes for hegemony or domination. It has always regarded safeguarding world peace and opposing hegemonism and power politics as its sacred duty. As the world undergoes accelerated transformation in this century, we must transcend barriers and conflicts with broad-mindedness and care for humanity's destiny with a spirit of compassion. No matter how the international landscape evolves or how far China advances, it will remain a builder of world peace, a contributor to global development, and a defender of the international order.

The best way to honor history is to create new history. The best tribute to our revolutionary forebears and martyrs is to advance the great cause for which they sacrificed and fought. Looking ahead, time, trends, and justice are all on our side. With the strong leadership of the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, the scientific guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, the distinct advantages of the socialist system with Chinese characteristics, and the united resolve of our people, no force can stop the Chinese nation from achieving the great rejuvenation. We will continue to enrich and develop new forms of human civilization, advance the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, and work together with people from all countries to create a brighter future for the world.