BEIJING, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) -- China's V-Day commemorations have strengthened the nation's resolve and confidence in building a strong country and advancing national rejuvenation on all fronts, President Xi Jinping has said.

Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks in a recent speech after hearing a report summarizing activities held to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Delivered at a meeting of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, Xi's speech was conveyed on Wednesday at a summary meeting of the commemorative activities.

At the Great Hall of the People in central Beijing, Xi met with representatives from various groups involved in organizing the commemorations, praised their contributions and achievements, and encouraged them to make new accomplishments.