A resolution expressing the opposition of the Senate to the Chinese Communist Party's "stolen valor" historical revisionism with regard to Allied Victory in Asia, commemorating the contributions made by the Republic of China to Allied Victory, and acknowledging the postwar contributions of the Government of Japan to peace and stability in Asia.
This Senate resolution strongly condemns the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) "stolen valor" historical revisionism concerning the Allied victory in Asia during World War II. It specifically refutes the CCP's narrative that its forces were primarily responsible for defeating the Empire of Japan, asserting that the brunt of the fighting and casualties in mainland China was borne by the Republic of China (Nationalist forces) and their allies, including the United States. The resolution highlights the minimal role of the Chinese Communist Party in combat against Japan, suggesting its focus was on building strength for a civil war against the Nationalists, often with Soviet support. It calls upon the U.S. government, through public diplomacy and educational initiatives, to actively counter CCP propaganda and ensure that the true historical contributions of the Republic of China, the United States, and their allies are accurately taught. Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the significant postwar transformation of Japan into a partner for peace and stability in East Asia, recognizing its security treaties with the U.S. and its role in multilateral dialogues like "the Quad." It also supports the enduring Republic of China (Taiwan) in strengthening its diplomatic relationships and participation in international organizations, consistent with the TAIPEI Act of 2019.
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Introduced in Senate
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S8452-8453)
Introduced in Senate
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S8452-8453)
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A resolution expressing the opposition of the Senate to the Chinese Communist Party's "stolen valor" historical revisionism with regard to Allied Victory in Asia, commemorating the contributions made by the Republic of China to Allied Victory, and acknowledging the postwar contributions of the Government of Japan to peace and stability in Asia.
USA119th CongressSRES-523| Senate
| Updated: 12/2/2025
This Senate resolution strongly condemns the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) "stolen valor" historical revisionism concerning the Allied victory in Asia during World War II. It specifically refutes the CCP's narrative that its forces were primarily responsible for defeating the Empire of Japan, asserting that the brunt of the fighting and casualties in mainland China was borne by the Republic of China (Nationalist forces) and their allies, including the United States. The resolution highlights the minimal role of the Chinese Communist Party in combat against Japan, suggesting its focus was on building strength for a civil war against the Nationalists, often with Soviet support. It calls upon the U.S. government, through public diplomacy and educational initiatives, to actively counter CCP propaganda and ensure that the true historical contributions of the Republic of China, the United States, and their allies are accurately taught. Furthermore, the resolution acknowledges the significant postwar transformation of Japan into a partner for peace and stability in East Asia, recognizing its security treaties with the U.S. and its role in multilateral dialogues like "the Quad." It also supports the enduring Republic of China (Taiwan) in strengthening its diplomatic relationships and participation in international organizations, consistent with the TAIPEI Act of 2019.