China Asks Japan to Be Honest About History

Hey there! 🌟 Today, we’re talking about history and why it’s important to remember the past just as it happened.

China has asked Japan to stop trying to change or hide what really happened during World War II. During that time, many people in China and other Asian countries suffered because of actions taken by Japan.

Lin Jian, a spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, said that Japan needs to be honest about its past actions. He believes that understanding and admitting to what happened is important for peace and friendship between countries.

Some people in Japan have been trying to make their wartime actions seem less serious, or even honorable. For example, they sometimes change the facts about things like the ‘comfort women‘—women who were forced to work for the Japanese army during the war. Also, some Japanese politicians visit a place called the Yasukuni Shrine, where soldiers, including war criminals, are honored. This makes people in neighboring countries upset.

Lin Jian thinks that instead of pointing fingers at others, Japan should take a good look at its own history. This year is the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, and it’s a good time for everyone to remember the lessons from the past.

Remembering history helps us avoid making the same mistakes again. It’s like when you study for a test—you learn from what you got wrong so you can do better next time! 📝

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China urges Japan to stop whitewashing aggression in wartime history

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