​The Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Bureau (CMAB) today (August 20) officially launched the Website for the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, introducing a series of diverse commemorative activities for the public to join and remember the history.

     The website lists a series of commemorative activities organised by government bureaux and departments, community groups, non-governmental organisations, and various sectors of community from later this year to next year. These activities include the official ceremony, exhibitions of historical artefacts and photos, guided tours to wartime relics, seminars, thematic lectures and workshops, film screenings, micro-dramas, book exhibitions, and performances.

     A CMAB spokesman said, "The core spirit of the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War is 'remembering history, honoring martyrs, cherishing peace, and creating a great future.' To deepen and broaden the public's understanding of wartime history and the historical significance of victory in the war, and to strengthen their affection for and sense of belonging to our country, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government will organise various forms of commemorative and educational activities. It will also make appropriate arrangements to co-ordinate and support commemorative activities in the community."

     The official ceremony will be held on September 3 at the Hong Kong City Hall Memorial Garden to commemorate the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, honoring the martyrs and civilians who lost their lives in the war.

     To enhance public understanding of the historical significance of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, the Government will stage two large-scale special exhibitions. The first is the "United in Arms, Standing for Peace – 80th Anniversary of the Chinese Victory in the War of Resistance" Exhibition, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Museum of History (HKMH) and the National Museum of China, running from August 27 to December 15. The second is the "Standing Together for Peacebuilding: Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the War of Resistance in Guangdong and Hong Kong" Exhibition, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Museum of the War of Resistance and Coastal Defence (MWRCD) and the Guangdong Museum of Revolutionary History, running from August 29, 2025, to July 8, 2026.

     Additionally, the Hong Kong Film Archive, in collaboration with the HKMH, the Hong Kong Heritage Museum, and the MWRCD, will present a thematic screening programme "Cine Memories of the War of Resistance" from August 30 to September 20, featuring six films on the theme of the war free of charge, including "The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru".

     Apart from the special exhibitions and a series of other exhibitions of historical artefacts and photos held at different venues, the HKSAR Government and non-governmental organisations will also introduce different thematic activities in order to encourage the public to gain a more comprehensive understanding of this significant period in history with a profound impact on our country. These activities include thematic Mainland exchange tours for students and youths, field studies on local wartime history, as well as educational visits to museums.

     Please visit the website for the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War (www.80avictory.gov.hk) for details.

Ends/Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Issued at HKT 14:00

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