Xi Jinping Commends Military Personnel for Grand Parade on 80th Anniversary of Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression

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Fuzhou, the capital city of Fujian Province, has recently witnessed a grand parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Chairman of the Central Military Commission Xi Jinping has signed a commendation order to honor all personnel who participated in the military parade, which showcased the People's Army's new look in politics, military structure, modernization, and combat readiness.

Key Takeaways:

  • The commendation order praised the participating troops for presenting a grand parade that carried forward the spirit of the War of Resistance, embodied the characteristics of the times, and showcased the demeanor of a strong military.
  • The outstanding performance of the participating troops demonstrated the political character and lineage of the entire army's officers and soldiers in firmly upholding the core and resolutely following the Party's command.
  • The commendation order noted that the successful completion of the military parade was the result of the participating troops resolutely implementing the decisions and instructions of the CPC Central Committee and the Central Military Commission.
  • Chairman Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of learning from the troops on parade, adhering to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and thoroughly implementing the military strategic guidelines for the new era.
  • The commendation order calls on all military units to strengthen their convictions, obey the Party's command, and fulfill their responsibilities to resolutely defend national sovereignty, security, and development interests and unwaveringly safeguard world peace.

Statistics:

  • 80th anniversary of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War
  • 2nd anniversary of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist war
  • 100+ years of the People's Army's history in China
  • 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China: September 16, 2022
  • Second and Third Plenary Sessions of the 20th Central Committee:

+ Second Plenary Session: January 3 - 7, 2023

+ Third Plenary Session: September 28-October 1, 2023

Sources:

  • Xinhua News Agency, Beijing (translation provided)
  • http://www.smsy.gov.cn/zwgk/gzdt/szyw/202509/t20250903_2152068.htm (original story in Chinese)