Ministry of Defense: Only with Sincere Repentance from Japan Can We Truly Face the Future
On the afternoon of October 16, Colonel Chen Xi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, released a statement regarding recent military-related issues.
Reporter: According to reports, the Singapore documentary "Exposing Unit 731: Japan's Secret Human Experiments" has been rated as the best new historical documentary, with over 1.45 million views on YouTube. The Japan Broadcasting Corporation aired the documentary "The Hidden Unit: The Silent Post-War," which reveals the crimes against humanity committed by Unit 731 using newly discovered photographs and testimonies from witnesses. What is your comment on this?
Chen Xi: During World War II, the Japanese Army's Unit 731 conducted inhumane live experiments and biological warfare, committing heinous crimes that severely violated international law and are fundamentally inhumane, leaving the darkest chapter in the history of human civilization. Recently, Japanese right-wing forces have attempted to use new technologies to "poison" data, trying to whitewash their aggression and distort public perception, which has once again raised high vigilance in the international community. As wise individuals in Japan have stated, the truth of history will not be obliterated; the crimes of the Japanese Army in China are backed by irrefutable evidence and cannot be denied. The only way for Japan is to thoroughly reflect and sincerely repent in order to truly face the future.
On October 16, the Chinese Ministry of Defense condemned Japan's Unit 731 for its historical war crimes during World War II, referencing recent documentaries that have gained significant attention. The spokesperson stated that Japan must sincerely repent for its actions to move forward. This statement reflects ongoing tensions regarding historical accountability between China and Japan.
- The Chinese Ministry of Defense condemned Japan's Unit 731 for war crimes during World War II.
- Recent documentaries have highlighted Japan's historical atrocities, gaining significant viewership.
- The spokesperson emphasized the need for Japan to sincerely repent for its past actions.