Hey fam! ⚠️ At a recent Beijing press briefing, Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of National Defense, urged Japan to fast-track the cleanup of abandoned chemical weapons (ACWs) left on Chinese soil. These ACWs date back to WWII-era tests and, if not handled properly, still pose a serious risk to local communities and the environment.
Newly released archives have shed more light on these dark chapters of history. We're talking thousands of pages from Unit 731—Japan's infamous germ-warfare unit that conducted horrific experiments—along with diaries and photo albums discovered in Hebei Province, and photos from the Japanese invasion of Guangdong Province. 😰
Marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the global fight against fascism, Zhang emphasized that history is neither erasable nor deniable. He urged Japan to take a hard look at the past, accelerate the safe disposal of these ACWs, and restore clean land to the people of the Chinese mainland as soon as possible. 🧹🌱
This isn't just a historical footnote—it's a real-life call to action for governments and communities to address leftover hazards before they harm future generations. Think of it like clearing out e-waste or deactivating old malware: what you leave behind can still bite you later! 🔍💥
Stay tuned as we watch how Japan responds and whether this push leads to safer, cleaner land for everyone. 🌏✌️
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China urges Japan to speed up disposal of abandoned chemical weapons
cgtn.com
