President Truman announces Japan's surrender to Allied forces

The transcript discusses Japan's acceptance of the Potsdam Declaration, which calls for its unconditional surrender. Arrangements are being made for the formal signing of the surrender terms, with General Douglas MacArthur appointed as the Supreme Allied Commander to receive the surrender. High-ranking officers from Great Britain, Russia, and China will be present. Meanwhile, Allied forces have been ordered to suspend offensive actions. The proclamation of VJ Day will occur after Japan formally signs the surrender terms.

Which countries will be represented by high-ranking officers during the surrender signing?

What must occur before the proclamation of VJ Day?