The Prime Minister of Japan expressed remorse for the events of the Second World War

On the anniversary of Japan's withdrawal from World War II, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said that Tokyo expresses its remorse for the events that took place then. This was announced on August 15 by the NHK television corporation.

During a speech at the government's national commemoration ceremony, he said that even after 80 years, the country must repent for the tragedies of the past and firmly remember the lessons of World War II, especially in conditions when the modern generation of Japanese no longer knows its horrors.

"We will not forget for a minute that the peace and prosperity of our country today are based on the precious lives of those who died in the war and on the history of hardships. I once again express my sincere respect and gratitude to them," he said.

He then stressed that the modern Japanese generation should never repeat the horrors of war. The lessons of those events, he said, should be remembered forever.

"Over the past 80 years, Japan has consistently followed the path of a peace-loving nation, dedicating itself to world peace and prosperity. No matter how much time passes, we will pass on the painful memories of the war and our firm promise never to fight from generation to generation and will continue to act for lasting peace," he concluded.

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