The 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Pacific: Meaning and Historical Memory

Valdai Club Conference Hall, Tsvetnoy Boulevard 16/1, Moscow, Russia

On September 3, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion titled “The 80^th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific: Meaning and Historical Memory”. What are the main differences and points of contact in the perception of the results of the war in the Pacific between Russia and the Asia-Pacific countries? How is the historical memory of the war shaped in different national contexts? How can understanding the common historical experience contribute to building a future dialogue and cooperation in the region?

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Victory in the Pacific Day: Historical Memory in Russia and the Asia-Pacific

On September 3, the Moscow venue of the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion titled “The 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific: Meaning and Historical Memory”. Moderator Anton Bespalov, in the context of the parade held in Beijing in honour of the 80th anniversary of the Victory over Japan, which was attended by leaders of many countries, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, gave a brief sketch of the history of this holiday, celebrated in Russia on September 3 as Day of Victory over Militaristic Japan and the End of World War II.

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Valdai Club to Discuss the 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific

On September 3 at 12:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Club will host an expert discussion titled “The 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific: Meaning and Historical Memory”.

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The 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Pacific: Meaning and Historical Memory

On September 3, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion titled “The 80th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific: Meaning and Historical Memory”.