Group 1 - The contribution of China to the global anti-fascist war is significantly underestimated by the West, with a lack of recognition of its role [1] - China served as the main battlefield in the East, restraining Japanese military forces and preventing further expansion, which allowed Allied forces to concentrate their efforts elsewhere [1] - The commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the anti-fascist war emphasizes the importance of remembering the sacrifices made by the Chinese people and others around the world [1] Group 2 - The establishment of the "Lisbon Maru" Memorial Association in 2024 aims to raise awareness of this historical event and honor the memory of those involved [2] - Recent documentaries and films about the Lisbon Maru incident are seen as valuable tools for educating Western audiences about this history [2] - The maintenance of the post-war international order is crucial, with a consensus that the world must not fall into destructive situations again, highlighting the importance of multilateral cooperation [2]

Group 1 - The event "Echoes of Peace" was held in Seoul, co-hosted by China Central Radio and Television, the Seoul Chinese Cultural Center, and the Korean National Memorial Museum of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea [1] - The event featured screenings of Chinese anti-Japanese war films, including segments from "Nanjing Photo Studio," "Dongji Island," and "Sinking of the Lisbon," as well as other films like "Purple Sun" and "The Message" [1] - On the same day, a special event took place in Abu Dhabi, where over 60 guests from academia and media in the Middle East engaged in discussions on maintaining post-war international order and strengthening South-South cooperation, while watching documentaries including "Sinking of the Lisbon" and a promotional video for the Sino-Russian co-produced documentary "Great Victory - The Chinese Anti-Japanese War through the Lens of Soviet Photographers" [1]