Archive · 2 Sep 2025
China to Showcase Military Might in Beijing Parade
China is holding a big military parade in Beijing to celebrate the end of World War II.
President Xi Jinping wants to show off China's power and its vision for the world.
Leaders from other countries like Russia and North Korea will be there.
It's a chance for China to present an alternative view of history.
The event will showcase new weapons and equipment, but some Chinese citizens hope the money spent could go towards improving their lives.
Security is tight, with many volunteers monitoring for potential issues.
China is hosting a military parade in Beijing.
The parade marks 80 years since Japan's defeat in WWII.
Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un are attending.
Slovakian PM Robert Fico will also attend.
The event aims to project China's global influence.
- Who
- Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un
- What
- Military parade and Victory Day event
- When
- September 3
- Where
- Beijing
- Why
- Project military might, showcase China’s global role
- Event
- Victory Day Military Parade
- Location
- Beijing
- Leaders Attending
- Putin, Kim Jong Un, Robert Fico
- Date
- September 3
- Cost
- $5 billion (estimated)