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Nagasaki Hosts Record 107 Nations for Peace Ceremony

7/15/2025

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On August 9, Nagasaki, Japan, will welcome representatives from 107 countries for a poignant peace memorial ceremony, breaking last year's record of 100. Mayor Shiro Suzuki reaffirmed the city's dedication to promoting global peace and honoring the victims of the atomic bombing, with Taiwan expressing a desire to participate in this significant event.

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On August 9, Nagasaki, Japan, will welcome representatives from 107 countries for a poignant peace memorial ceremony, breaking last year's record of 100. Mayor Shiro Suzuki reaffirmed the city's dedication to promoting global peace and honoring the victims of the atomic bombing, with Taiwan expressing a desire to participate in this significant event.