Beijing,September 3 — China has once again captured the world’s attention with a display of its military strength. During a recent military parade and defense exhibition, China showcased missiles said to possess the capability to reach the American continent directly. This move has sparked new debates in international politics.

On Wednesday, China held a Victory Day parade marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s defeat in World War II. President Xi Jinping presided over the parade at Tiananmen Square in the capital, Beijing. Following Xi’s speech, the military parade commenced.

Xi stated that China is not afraid of anyone’s threats and will always march forward. He urged people to remember history and honor the soldiers who fought against Japan.

The parade featured hypersonic glide vehicles, YJ-21 anti-ship cruise missiles, and JL-3 submarine-launched ballistic missiles.

An advanced version, the DF-5C nuclear intercontinental ballistic missile (variant 6F), was also displayed. This missile is capable of striking the United States.

This is China’s largest military parade to date. Before the parade, Xi Jinping appeared on the platform alongside leaders from 25 countries, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

Reports indicate that Beijing used this parade to demonstrate that it is an alternative to the United States and possesses the strength to lead non-Western nations globally.

From India’s neighborhood, Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif, Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir, Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, and Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu were present at the parade.

Tiananmen Square

Tiananmen Square is a large city square in the center of Beijing, China, known for its cultural and political significance. It was originally constructed in 1651 and later expanded to its current size, becoming a symbol of the People’s Republic of China. The square is flanked by important monuments, including the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong and the Great Hall of the People.

Beijing

Beijing is the capital of China and a major cultural and historical hub, with a history spanning over 3,000 years. It served as the seat of power for several imperial dynasties, most notably the Ming and Qing, and is home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Today, it is a vast modern metropolis that remains the political and cultural heart of the nation.

World War II

World War II was a global military conflict from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world’s nations. It was sparked by the aggressive expansionist policies of Nazi Germany, Imperial Japan, and Fascist Italy, and resulted in an unprecedented scale of destruction and the Holocaust. The war concluded with the Allied victory, leading to a new world order and the establishment of the United Nations.

Victory Day

Victory Day is a holiday celebrated in various countries to commemorate victory in significant wars or battles. Most notably, it refers to the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, which is marked annually on May 9th in Russia and several former Soviet republics. The day is observed with military parades, ceremonies honoring veterans, and solemn remembrance.

Japan

Japan is an island nation in East Asia with a rich history spanning millennia, from its ancient imperial rule and samurai culture to its modern transformation after World War II. It is renowned for its unique cultural sites, including ancient Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, and historic castles, which coexist with cutting-edge technology and urban landscapes.

United States

The United States is a North American nation founded in 1776 after declaring independence from Great Britain. Its history is marked by westward expansion, a civil war, and its emergence as a global superpower in the 20th century. Culturally, it is a diverse melting pot known for its significant global influence in media, technology, and democratic ideals.

Russia

Russia is a vast transcontinental nation with a rich and complex history, spanning over a millennium from the medieval Kievan Rus’ state to the powerful Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and the modern Russian Federation. Its cultural landscape is defined by iconic sites like the Kremlin and Red Square in Moscow, the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, and a profound legacy in literature, music, and art.

North Korea

North Korea, officially the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country on the Korean Peninsula that was established in 1948 following the division of Korea after World War II. It is a totalitarian state led by the Kim dynasty, founded by Kim Il-sung, and is known for its extreme isolation, its *juche* ideology of self-reliance, and its tense relationship with much of the international community.