In a powerful reminder about the lessons of history, China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, urged Japan to deeply reflect on its past aggression. At a regular briefing, she highlighted recently declassified Russian documents that shed new light on the notorious Unit 731 — the Japanese army’s germ warfare division during World War II 📜.
The papers confirm what we already knew: Japanese militarism committed extreme crimes against humanity by conducting live human experiments and unleashing biological warfare against the Chinese people. Mao emphasized that these acts blatantly violated international law and inflicted deep wounds on victims and their families.
Mao added that only by facing history squarely can one gain respect; only by using history as a mirror can one forge a future; and only by remembering the past can one avoid repeating the same mistakes. Her words resonate today as nations around the world strive for reconciliation and peace 🕊️.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. China urges Japan to completely break with militarism, take concrete steps to eliminate harmful legacies, and ensure that the tragedies of Unit 731 never happen again 🎖️.
As young news enthusiasts, business professionals, students, and travelers, we all share a responsibility to learn from history. By honoring the memories of victims and promoting honest dialogue, we can build stronger cross-cultural understanding and a more peaceful future.
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China urges Japan to deeply reflect on its history of aggression
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