国際｜広島式典のロシア欠席と長崎の違い / International | The Difference Between Russia’s Absence at the Hiroshima Ceremony and Nagasaki

Summary

The differences in Russia’s attendance at the peace memorial ceremonies in Hiroshima and Nagasaki have drawn attention.

While Russia was absent from the ceremony in Hiroshima, it did attend the one in Nagasaki. This discrepancy is believed to stem from the methods of invitation and notification. It has been said that Russia’s absence from the Hiroshima ceremony, which was attended by many countries, represented a missed opportunity for diplomatic dialogue, highlighting the need for efforts to convey the memories of war to future generations.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Why didn’t Russia attend the ceremony in Hiroshima?
Log: Because the invitation process was different for Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Hiroshima used a “notification” format, while Nagasaki extended an actual “invitation.”
Chako: Oh, I see! So does that mean Russia’s attendance was uncertain?
Navi: While many countries participated in the Hiroshima ceremony, Russia’s absence could have diplomatic implications. It might also indicate a reduction in opportunities for dialogue.
Log: So, in other words, while the Hiroshima ceremony serves as a platform for international dialogue, Russia’s absence meant that one opportunity for dialogue was lost.
Chako: I get it now!

Admin’s Note

Through this article, I was surprised to see how the differences between the peace memorial ceremonies in Hiroshima and Nagasaki have diplomatic implications. In particular, the absence of Russia highlights how it has undermined opportunities for dialogue, reflecting the complexities of international relations. Additionally, the need for various initiatives to pass on the memories of war to future generations is a theme that I hope many people will consider. It is essential to convey this history through education and media, ensuring that it is not forgotten.