HONG KONG - The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region held a ceremony on Wednesday at the City Hall Memorial Garden in Central, to mark the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Chief Secretary for Administration Chan Kwok-ki officiated at the event with senior government officials. Wreaths were laid in tribute to those who fought in the conflict and contributed to the global war effort.

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Attendees included members of the Executive and Legislative Councils, judicial officers, representatives of war veteran groups, District Councils, youth organisations, and uniformed groups. Secondary school students also joined, reflecting efforts to promote awareness of history among younger generations.

The ceremony is part of nationwide activities commemorating the end of the war in 1945 and serves to highlight the importance of remembrance, respect for veterans, and the pursuit of lasting peace.