The Conference Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War

The Conference Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War

​ On the morning of September 3, 2025, a grand ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was held solemnly at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. Before the commemoration ceremony began, Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan greeted the heads of foreign delegations attending the event and their spouses at the square outside the Meridian Gate. Today, they gathered in Beijing to commemorate this great day.

At 8:55 AM on September 3, 2025, Xi Jinping and other Chinese and foreign leaders arrived at the rostrum of the Tiananmen Gate, where the venue erupted in thunderous applause. A pendulum image appeared on the electronic screen. As the pendulum swung, the year numbers 1945, 1955, 1965... up to 2025 appeared in sequence. At exactly 9:00 AM, the clock chimed, marking the start of the commemoration ceremony. All stood solemnly as 80 ceremonial gunshots reverberated through the skies. The honor guard, escorting the Five-Star Red Flag, marched with vigorous strides from the Monument to the People's Heroes to the flag-raising area on the northern side of the square. The Joint Military Band of the Chinese People's Liberation Army played the stirring March of the Volunteers, and the entire venue sang the national anthem of the People's Republic of China in unison. The brilliant Five-Star Red Flag was raised slowly and flew high over Tiananmen Square. Amid warm applause, Xi Jinping delivered an important speech. He stated, 'Today, we gather solemnly to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, with the purpose of remembering history, honoring the martyrs, cherishing peace, and forging a future.' When Xi Jinping concluded his speech, the venue burst into prolonged and enthusiastic applause.

On the morning of September 3, 2025, a grand ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was held solemnly at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, President of the People's Republic of China, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivered an important speech.

Xi Jinping stated that the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was an arduous and great war. Under the banner of the anti-Japanese national united front advocated and established by the Communist Party of China, the Chinese people fought formidable enemies with unyielding iron will and built a Great Wall with their flesh and blood, achieving the first complete victory against foreign aggression in modern times.

The Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was an integral part of the World Anti-Fascist War. The Chinese people made significant contributions to saving human civilization and safeguarding world peace at the cost of enormous national sacrifice.

History warns us that the future of humanity is intertwined. Only when all countries and nations treat each other as equals, live in harmony, and support each other can we maintain common security, eliminate the roots of war, and prevent historical tragedies from repeating!

Xi Jinping said that the Chinese People's Liberation Army has always been a heroic force fully trusted by the Party and the people. All officers and soldiers must faithfully fulfill their sacred duties, accelerate the building of a world-class military, firmly safeguard national sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, provide strategic support for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, and make greater contributions to world peace and development!

Xi Jinping said that history carries the past and enlightens the future. On the new journey in the new era, all ethnic groups across the country must, under the strong leadership of the Communist Party of China, uphold Marxism-Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought, Deng Xiaoping Theory, the Theory of Three Represents, and the Scientific Outlook on Development, fully implement Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, unswervingly follow the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics, inherit and carry forward the great spirit of the War of Resistance, forge ahead with determination and courage, and unite in striving to advance the cause of building a strong country and national rejuvenation through Chinese modernization!

At 9:15 AM on September 3, 2025, the military parade began, with honor guards taking their positions and the military band sounding the parade bugle. Xi Jinping boarded the Hongqi (Red Flag) inspection vehicle, passed over the Jinshuiqiao (Golden Water Bridge), and drove onto Chang'an Avenue. Han Shengyan, the parade commander-in-chief, reported that the troops were ready for inspection, and Xi Jinping gave the order to begin the inspection. At the forefront of the formation were the flags of the Communist Party of China, the People's Republic of China, and the Chinese People's Liberation Army. As Xi Jinping's vehicle advanced to the flags, he saluted them with a solemn gaze. Amid stirring military music, Xi Jinping proceeded along the broad Chang'an Avenue, inspecting in sequence 13 foot formations, 1 battle flag formation, and 22 equipment formations. The troops appeared in impeccable discipline and high spirits, with their armored vehicles arrayed in perfect order and commanding presence. This was the PLA's impressive debut as it strides toward its centenary, and a resolute declaration of the Chinese people's commitment to defending world peace. "Comrades, you are good!" "Comrades, you have worked hard!" Xi Jinping's warm greetings inspired the troops. "General Secretary, you are good!" "Serve the people!" The soldiers responded with vigor, their loud voices echoing across the sky. As Xi Jinping's vehicle returned to Tiananmen, the troops shouted in unison: "Follow the Party's command! Fight and win! Maintain excellent conduct!" "Justice will prevail! Peace will prevail! The people will prevail!" After the inspection, Xi Jinping ascended the Tiananmen Rostrum. It was reported that Xi Jinping had driven along the broad Chang'an Avenue, inspecting the foot formations, battle flag formation, and equipment formations. The inspection vehicle used was the Hongqi CA7601J, with license plates VA·01945 and VA·02025.