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2010/08/15
Statement on the anniversary of the end of World War II
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On August 15, DPJ Secretary General Yukio Edano issued the following statement:
Today marks the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II. I would like to express my sincere condolences, along with those the Japanese people, for all those who lost their lives in this conflict, both in Japan and overseas.
No matter how many years have passed, we must never forget this terrible war, which caused serious suffering and devastation to so many inside and outside Japan, and must ensure that such a tragedy will not happen again. It is the mission and responsibility entrusted to those of us alive in the modern era to squarely confront history, and use what we learn from that experience to build peace.
Unfortunately, even in today’s world, conflicts, terrorism and violence are continually occurring, and we face the serious threat of weapons of mass destruction, such as nuclear weapons. Furthermore, the situation regarding North Korea continues to be a threat that should be of concern to our nation, North-East Asia and the international community.
As the only nation to have suffered the effects of the atomic bomb, the abolition of nuclear weapons is a fervent wish shared by all the citizens of Japan. The Democratic Party of Japan is determined to overcome any difficulties to call persistently on the international community to make progress on the road toward the abolition of nuclear weapons, and we will make every effort on behalf of world peace.
On this anniversary of the end of World War II, the Democratic Party of Japan has renewed its determination to face our past history squarely, to continue with our efforts to connect our reflections and the lessons learned from this with peace for future generations, and to work to build world peace together with the international community. We vow to strive to realise these goals.
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