钟声：坚持正确历史观，才是对历史、对人民、对未来负责

Group 1 - Japan is urged to deeply reflect on its historical responsibilities and sever ties with any actions that beautify or cover up its history of aggression, in order to genuinely pursue a path of peaceful development and gain trust from Asian neighbors and the international community [1][4] - The 80-year history since Japan's unconditional surrender in 1945 is highlighted, emphasizing the need to remember the tragedies of World War II to prevent similar events from occurring in the future [1][4] - The importance of establishing a correct historical perspective is stressed, as it is essential for Japan to shed its historical burdens and earn the trust and respect of Asian countries and the international community [1][2] Group 2 - Japan's right-wing forces have consistently regressed on historical issues over the past 80 years, including visits to the Yasukuni Shrine and ambiguous statements regarding the "comfort women" issue, as well as the distortion of historical facts in textbooks [2] - Recent military actions by Japan, such as increasing defense budgets and relaxing weapon export restrictions, are seen as contradictory to its post-war peace commitments, raising concerns among Asian neighbors and the international community [2][3] - The correct handling and deep reflection on Japan's militaristic history is deemed crucial for the reconstruction and development of Sino-Japanese relations, as established in the 1972 Sino-Japanese Joint Statement [3]