China displays its military strength in a parade on the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII
Summary
China held a military parade showcasing advanced weaponry on the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII, with leaders like Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un attending. Xi emphasized peace and China's strength, amidst global power dynamics.
Key Points
- China held a military parade in Beijing on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, displaying advanced military technologies including drones, hypersonic missiles, and fighter jets.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized China's strength and peaceful development while honoring war veterans and asserting the country's unification goals, especially regarding Taiwan.
- The event was attended by leaders from about two dozen countries, including Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un, showcasing China's growing global influence.
- The parade highlighted concerns for the U.S., especially with weapons like hypersonic missiles and drone submarines capable of targeting naval assets in the Pacific.
