PESHAWAR – The China Window exhibition Peshawar opened with a powerful tribute to the 80th anniversary of China’s victory against Japanese aggression. Organized by the Embassy of China, the three-day event features rare wartime photographs that highlight the resilience, sacrifice, and unity of the Chinese people. The China Window exhibition Peshawar also aims to deepen cultural ties between Pakistan and China through shared historical reflection.
Commissioner Peshawar Division Riaz Khan Mehsud formally inaugurated the exhibition. He praised China’s rise as a global economic power, attributing it to strategic political vision, bold reforms, technological advancement, and strong international relations.
Moreover, Mehsud emphasized the role of ordinary citizens—students, farmers, and workers—who contributed to the freedom struggle. Through relentless effort and unity, they helped China overcome years of hardship and ultimately defeat Japanese forces.
He also recalled the Japanese invasion of China in 1937, which led to the eight-year-long Second Sino-Japanese War. “This anniversary is celebrated with great enthusiasm by the Chinese nation,” he noted.
Furthermore, Mehsud highlighted the enduring friendship between Pakistan and China. He stated that events like this strengthen bilateral ties and promote cultural understanding. Exhibitions, he added, allow both nations to share their histories and celebrate each other’s achievements.
In addition, he applauded the organizers of China Window for arranging the event. He expressed hope that schoolchildren and young students would visit the exhibition. Learning about this chapter of history, he said, would inspire future generations.
The Second Sino-Japanese War began in July 1937, when Imperial Japan launched a full-scale invasion of China following the Marco Polo Bridge Incident. The conflict lasted until 1945 and became one of the bloodiest theaters of World War II. Millions of Chinese civilians and soldiers perished, and cities like Nanjing witnessed horrific atrocities. Despite overwhelming odds, China resisted fiercely, eventually contributing to Japan’s defeat with support from Allied powers. This victory remains a cornerstone of Chinese national pride and is commemorated annually.
