Princess Kate and Prince William have issued a joint message to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.
The royal couple highlighted the “enduring debt” owed to the generation that fought in World War II.
The Prince and Princess of Wales wrote: “Today, on the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, we remember the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of all who served.
“Today we especially think of those British and Commonwealth troops who fought in the Asia-Pacific.
The royal couple highlighted the “enduring debt” owed to the generation that fought in World War II.
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“We owe an enduring debt to the generation who gave so much, and to whom we will always be grateful.
“Lest we forget. W & C”.
The Prince and Princess of Wales will be absent from VJ Day anniversary events today.
King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince Edward and the Duchess of Edinburgh will make public appearances today.
King Charles and Queen Camilla will attend the Service of Remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum this afternoon.
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The engagements will remember the end of the Second World War around the world.
King Charles and Queen Camilla will attend the Service of Remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum this afternoon.
The national service, hosted by the Royal British Legion in partnership with the government, will be followed by a reception.
King Charles and Queen Camilla will have the opportunity to meet Second World War veterans at the reception.
Prince Edward and Sophie will attend a service at the Scottish National War Memorial, Edinburgh Castle, organised by the Royal British Legion Scotland.
The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester have been confirmed to attend the Far East Prisoners of War VJ Day 80th Anniversary Service at Norwich Cathedral.
The couple will then join a second commemorative service dedicated to the Children and Families of the Far East Prisoners of War in Suffolk.
Events to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of VJ Day will conclude with a Reception for veterans at Windsor Castle later in the Autumn.
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