Commemorating victory against aggression upholds peace, justice

At the invitation of China, 26 foreign state and government leaders will attend China's V-Day military parade in Beijing on Sept 3, which marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War.

These foreign leaders' participation, along with many guests and friends from different countries, speaks volumes about the importance they attach to this meaningful event. Their attendance not only demonstrates the amicable ties their countries have established with China, but also points to their shared recognition of the contribution China made to the World Anti-Fascist War during its long fight against Japanese aggression.

By its very nature, the military parade will showcase the progress the People's Liberation Army has made in its modernization. But it is by no means a show of force for the sake of it. As Assistant Foreign Minister Hong Lei said at a news conference on Thursday, the parade is meant to demonstrate the strong will and capability of the country to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity, not present a threat to any country.