The official authorities in China took an unprecedented step by postponing the planned premiere of a film work dedicated to the tragic events surrounding the Japanese military Unit 731 program, reported the Kyodo News agency.

The film, which documents an extremely sensitive historical period from World War II, was withdrawn from distribution exactly on July 31, 2025. The decision is dictated by the desire to preserve the delicate diplomatic balance between the two Asian countries.

Experts define this move as a strategic attempt to prevent potential geopolitical tensions. The initially planned premiere was scheduled a week earlier but was officially canceled at the last moment.

The film, which reveals the large-scale biological experiments conducted during the war, remains a sensitive topic in international relations between China and Japan. The decision to postpone demonstrates the exceptional caution of Chinese authorities in communication with the international community.