China’s Xi projects power at military parade with Putin and Kim
Summary
Chinese President Xi Jinping showcased China's military strength at a massive parade in Beijing, joined by Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un, signaling a united front amid global tensions.
Key Points
- Chinese President Xi Jinping warned the world faces a choice between peace and war during a military parade in Beijing.
- The parade marked 80 years since Japan's defeat in World War Two and featured unprecedented appearances by Putin and Kim Jong Un alongside Xi.
- Xi inspected modern military equipment including hypersonic missiles and weaponised drones, showcasing China's military modernization.
- Putin thanked Kim for the North Korean soldiers' support in Ukraine, and analysts watch for potential closer military ties among China, Russia, and North Korea.
