China marks 75th anniversary of anti-Japanese war

China on Thursday commemorated 75th anniversary of end of World War II in Pacific, during which it endured a brutal invasion and occupation of much of its territory by Japan.

Communist Party leer President Xi Jinping led government officials in a moment of silence and presentation of floral wreaths at a memorial hall dedicated to soldiers and civilians in Beijing.

relatively low-key commemoration reflects social distancing rules in place during coronavirus outbreak and contrasts sharply with how China has marked or significant anniversaries, including a lavish military pare through centre of Beijing last October 1 to mark 70th anniversary of founding of People's Republic.

Although Japan formally surrendered aboard USS Missouri on September 2, 1945, China marks end of war on September 3 when it first held nationwide celebrations.

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