A commemorative event titled "Echoes of Peace" was held on August 20 at the Chinese Embassy in the United States, marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. 

The event featured a visual arts exhibition co-hosted by the Chinese Embassy in the United States and China Media Group (CMG), drawing more than 200 attendees from the U.S. business, art, media and academic communities.

Chinese Ambassador to the U.S. Xie Feng emphasized China's sacrifices and contributions as the main Eastern theater of World War II, noting that the nation endured 14 years of war, fought more than 200 major battles and suffered over 35 million casualties. He stressed that the friendship forged in wartime between the Chinese and American peoples remains a lasting source of strength in bilateral ties, reminding both sides to uphold mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation in pursuit of a better future, as history has shown that hatred and conflict bring only suffering. "Ensuring that the tragedies of history will never repeat themselves is the best way to honor the heroes who gave their lives to protect freedom, justice and peace for humanity, and safeguarding the fruits of the victory of World War II and world peace is the best way to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the World Anti-Fascist War," he said.

CMG President Shen Haixiong delivered a video message, stressing the need to draw strength from history to jointly tackle global challenges. "Through the visual works presented such as 'Wings Over China: The Flying Tigers,' 'The Secret Betrayal' and 'The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru,' we hope to inspire a stronger sense of responsibility to safeguard peace and to deepen international cooperation through the integration of ideas, art, and technology," he said.

Jeff Green, chairman of the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation, highlighted China's role as the main Eastern theater in the World Anti-Fascist War, where it inflicted major defeats on the Japanese army and helped halt its expansion. He recalled wartime acts of solidarity between the two nations when Chinese villagers risked retaliation to rescue downed American pilots of the Flying Tigers. "This cross-border friendship shines with humanity and remains a bridge between our nations," he said.

David Frazer, a renowned American painter and professor at the Rhode Island School of Design, recalled how China and the U.S. stood together as allies during WWII and voiced hope that cultural exchange would help carry forward their spirit of solidarity and deepen mutual understanding in today's world.

CMG presented its latest documentary, "Wings Over China: The Flying Tigers," during the event, accompanied by a holographic exhibition that vividly recreated pivotal moments from China's war of resistance and the global anti-fascist struggle. Paintings created by 20 artists from both China and the United States, under the theme "Eternal Peace, Beautiful China," were also on display. Students and young musicians from several American universities performed songs such as "Ode to Peace," "I Love You, China" and "Auld Lang Syne," expressing a younger generation's commitment to preserving Sino-American friendship.