LUSAKA, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) -- A photo exhibition commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War opened in Lusaka, Zambia's capital, on Friday.
The week-long exhibition is hosted by the Zambia Council for Promotion of Peaceful National Reunification of China, in collaboration with the Confucius Institute at the University of Zambia, and with the guidance of the Chinese Embassy in Zambia.
It showcases historical photos documenting the 14-year invasion of China by Japan and the Chinese people's resistance efforts during that period.
Chinese Ambassador to Zambia Han Jing, Permanent Secretary in Zambia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Etambuyu Anamela Gundersen, along with members of the Chinese community and local guests, attended the official opening ceremony.
Han said World War II was an unprecedented catastrophe in human history, and the Chinese battlefield was one of the main fronts, with the longest duration and the greatest number of lives lost.
"The World Anti-Fascist War caused over 100 million casualties globally, with more than 35 million Chinese victims," he said, adding that during the war, Japanese fascists committed inhumane atrocities against the Chinese people, including massacres, torture, enslavement, and human experimentation.
He emphasized the importance of remembering history to guide the future, saying the exhibition captures critical moments that reflect the resilience and unity of the Chinese people during the struggle against aggression.
On her part, Gundersen said the exhibition is both a tribute to history and a reminder of shared values that unite nations.
She paid tribute to Chinese martyrs who fought for peace, dignity, and freedom not only in China but globally and said the anniversary serves as a reminder of the courage and sacrifice of those who defended humanity.
Zambia, she added, recognizes and commends China's ongoing contributions to global peace and security, noting the country's role as a responsible and strategic player on the global stage. ■