Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda has reiterated Japan's pledge to denounce war and work actively for long-lasting world peace.
Fukuda made the remarks at an annual state ceremony to commemorate Japanese killed in World War II.
"Our country used to bring huge pain and harm to many countries, especially to some Asian countries. On behalf of Japan, I want to express my deep remorse for all the people killed in the war. And I vow again that Japan will never launch a war again."
The prime minister says that only by remembering the tragic past and telling the history correctly to descendants could Japan make good on the unfulfilled wishes of the deceased.(Www.hxen.com)
Japanese Emperor Akihito and other Cabinet members also attended the ceremony at Japan's Imperial Palace on Friday, along with about 5,000 representatives of the victims' families.
A series of gatherings were organized throughout Japan during the day to mourn those killed in the war and pray for peace. |
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