Two words: Power demonstration. OR China He presented a military spectacle on Wednesday (03.09.2025) on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender and the end of World War II. In the huge Tiananmen Square, the president of China Si Jing He led the ceremony, in the presence of two powerful allies: Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
In a scene of high symbolism, Si Jing, The Vladimir Putin and the Kim Jong Un They walked together on the red carpet before greeted by the veterans of war. In his speech, Si recalled China’s victory over the Japanese imperial army and stressed that “the rebirth of the Chinese nation is unstoppable.” The Chinese president also talked about the current dilemma of mankind: “Peace or war, dialogue or conflict”.
Chinese army modernization showcase
The parade functioned as a scene of the West of Beijing’s military ambitions. In front of the cameras all over the world, Xi Jinping inspected dozens of troops and weapons formations along the avenue of eternal peace. From his black open limousine he shouted: “Comrades, you worked hard!”, With the 10,000 soldiers responding to unanimously: “We serve the people!”
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The highlight of the parade was the presentation of new reinforcement systems. For the first time, China has revealed the DF-61 intercontinental ballistic missile, which is considered a key element of the country’s nuclear deterrence. Together, the JL-1 air-ground rocket, the JL-3 submarine and an upgraded version of the DF-31, showing China’s ability to develop a “triple strategic nuclear power”-dry, sea and air.
Weapons of the future and technological superiority
The audience also saw impressive autonomous underwater drones, capable of reaching a depth of up to 20 meters for recognition or control missions during naval conflicts. Another innovation was the Ly-1 laser system, mounted on an armored vehicle, which was presented as a weapon that could neutralize electronic systems or even blind pilots.
These revelations surprised several military analysts, impressed by the variety and volume of new weapons. According to the Xinhua agency, they are a “strategic trump” for defending the country’s national sovereignty and dignity.
An international message
In addition to the spectacle, the event was clearly aimed at sending a message to the rest of the world: China wants to be presented as a front -line military force. Xi Jinping reiterated his goal of building an army of “world class”, capable of “fighting and winning wars”.
With the presence of Putin and Kim on his side, Beijing also showed that it is seeking to appear united in the West while international tensions are escalating. The image of the three leaders walking together on the red carpet will remain as one of the most powerful symbols of this impressive Chinese power demonstration.