On July 22, the Consulate General of China in Chicago hosted the Reception Marking the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, themed “Remembering History, Safeguarding Peace.” Consul General Wang Baodong attended the event and delivered a speech. Over 100 guests presented themselves, including friends from political, business, and academic circles within the consular district, Consuls General of several countries in Chicago, as well as representatives of Chinese enterprises and overseas Chinese communities. Among the attendees were Ms. Shen Bei, daughter of General Shen Chang, a hero of the War of Resistance, and Ms. Gail, daughter of Flying Tigers veteran Joseph Cooper.

Consul General Wang gave an in-depth exposition on the great significance of the Chinese People's victory in the War of Resistance for both the Chinese nation and the world. He emphasized the historic contributions made by China and the United States through mutual support in achieving victory in the World Anti-Fascist War. He stressed the importance of upholding the vision of a community with a shared future for humanity, safeguarding the post-war international order, staying committed to the path of peaceful development, and exploring the right way for China and the United States to get along, which need to work together to create a better future for both nations and the world at large.

A thematic photo exhibition was held at the reception. In their remarks, guests acknowledged the hard-won nature of peace and expressed their hope for a steady and long-term development of China-U.S. relations.