>Notice on the third preparatory meeting of the Preparatory Committee for the Chinese in Alberta to fight against fascism and commemorate the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Anti-Japanese War

Notice on the third preparatory meeting of the Preparatory Committee for the Chinese to fight against fascism and commemorate the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Anti-Japanese War (Alberta Chinese are anti-fascist and commemorating the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Anti-Japanese War...

Tao Shicheng, the financial team leader of the organizing committee, first reported that this commemorative event has received positive response and enthusiastic support from all walks of life in Arizona. Everyone has used the spirit of money and strength to work together. So far, US$5,062 in donations have been received, and more than US$2,000 in pledges are about to be received. The Preparatory Committee will announce the list of all donor groups and individuals for this commemorative event on June 26 and solemnly thank you. Everyone is welcome to continue donating. If you are willing to donate, please contact: Tao Shicheng, leader of the financial team of the Preparatory Committee, shichengt@hotmail.com.

Members of the news team of the organizing committee, Shuai Zhiruo, former president of the National Association of Chinese Schools and president of Phoenix PEN North America, and Peng Fei, secretary-general of the Chinese Federation of Alberta and head of FirePhoenix.com, respectively reported on the Arizona essay solicitation event to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War. People from all walks of life are currently actively submitting contributions, and Chinese media in the province have received and published dozens of commemorative articles. The series of articles "Flying Tiger Fighting Spirit" written by Mr. Zhang Zhaohong and published in local news media depicts the heroic history of the Chinese Arizona soldiers in the Anti-Japanese War. It was recommended by Mr. Lu Baohua, a senior cadre of the Ministry of Culture of the People's Republic of China, and deposited in the National Overseas Chinese History Museum. This series of articles was also recommended by Zhang Shengyi and Zheng Hong, and was adopted by the Taiwan government and compiled into a volume for publication.

Miao Yuliang, director of the Chinese Orchestra Choir, reported on the rehearsal progress of the Yellow River Cantata. Rehearsals for the Yellow River Cantata prepared by the Chinese community in Phoenix to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the victory in World War II have begun smoothly. So far, many friends who support the celebration of the victory in World War II and like singing have joined the rehearsal of the Yellow River Cantata. The choir welcomes more friends who like to sing to join the chorus. Another focus of the choir will be band formation. We call on all the clubs and friends in the Chinese community in Phoenix who enthusiastically support the commemoration of the victory of World War II, and who like bands, especially those with a certain foundation in musical instrument playing, to actively participate in the rehearsals and performances of the Yellow River Cantata, so that everyone can sing the anti-fascist war hymn together. Contact person: Teacher Cai Tel: 480-382-8219 Email: zhonghuayuetuan@gmail.com.

Gao Zhizhong, consultant of the Overseas Chinese Federation, reported that 16 representatives including Peng Yue, president of the Flying Tiger Association of Yunnan Flying Tiger Museum, arrived in Phoenix on May 28.

Deng Chaoju, Chairman of the Provincial Preparatory Committee, said: The "Flying Tiger Spirit Explanation Symposium" will be held at 6:30 pm on May 28 at the Connaught Building to invite local Flying Tiger family members and overseas Chinese leaders for exchanges. Deng Chaoju, on behalf of the preparatory meeting, presented a certificate of thanks to the Yunnan Flying Tiger Museum for its contribution and achievements to the exchange of history and culture between China and the United States.

Li Jian, president of the Overseas Chinese Federation of Alberta, also reported on the preparations for the reception to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War to be held in September. Gao Zhizhong, consultant to the Overseas Chinese Federation, reported on the preparations for the reception to commemorate the victory of the Anti-Japanese War to be held in August.

Zhang Shengyi, leader of the activity group of the organizing committee and chairman of the Taiwan Friendship Association, reported on the progress of other activities.

> Various activities for Chinese anti-fascism and commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Anti-Japanese War in Alberta are in full swing. The preparatory committee thanks all ethnic groups and all walks of life in the province for their strong support and plans to hold the fourth preparatory meeting in mid-June. Enthusiastic people are welcome to participate.