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As the sun dipped below the horizon on January 5, 1943, signaling the end of World War II, a profound silence settled over the once tumultuous battlefronts. The destructive power of the nuclear weapon wielded by the United States had forced the Axis powers to withdraw from the frontline, acknowledging the devastating consequences of their actions. The world stood at the precipice of a new era, one shaped by the aftermath of conflict and the imperative of rebuilding.

In the heart of Manila, the Soviet delegation, eager to expedite their nation's recovery, did not wait for Emperor Alfonso to arrive. The air in the grand conference room was charged with anticipation as Alfonso entered. The delegation, standing as a sign of respect, greeted him with nods and expressions of gratitude.