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This is the second commemorative parade marking the victory in the fight against Japanese aggression. What new elements or designs have been introduced this time to highlight the history of the war of resistance? Thank you.

Wu Zeke:

Thank you for your question and your interest in the parade. On Aug. 15, 1945, Japan unconditionally surrendered. The victory in the Chinese people's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression was a great triumph of justice over evil, light over darkness, and progress over the reactionary. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. Organizing a military parade at Tian'anmen Square in the capital is a regular arrangement for major national commemorative days and an important part of commemorative activities. It carries profound political importance and far-reaching historical significance. This military parade highlights the theme of victory and incorporates several elements of the war of resistance and historical references into its design, mainly in three aspects. First, it aims to carry forward the legacy of the war of resistance. Most of the units participating in the parade have been selected from those with direct ties to the forces that fought in the war, including the Eighth Route Army, the New Fourth Army, the Northeast Anti-Japanese United Army, and the South China Guerrilla Force. This fully reflects the people's armed forces' arduous and extraordinary journey during the war and the historical inheritance of their revolutionary legacy. The second aspect is honoring merit and achievements. We have selected banners representing the honors and achievements of our military during the war of resistance, reflecting the great victories and lasting achievements made by the people's armed forces in the war of resistance. This expresses our deep remembrance of revolutionary martyrs, our enduring recognition of distinguished units with meritorious services, and our commitment to carrying forward fine traditions and conduct. The third aspect is revisiting historical classics. For this military parade, we have assembled a joint military band to perform well-known classics from the war of resistance. We have also specially designed parade-specific insignia and other elements, allowing people across the country to revisit the history of the war, understand its spirit, and inspire the people's armed forces to pledge to defend national and ethnic dignity at all costs. Thank you.