11 h. ago China’s Xi showcases new weaponry at Victory Day military parade

China’s Xi showcases new weaponry at Victory Day military parade  CNN

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16 h. ago Malaysia’s Anwar signals support for China’s global vision during 4

Following two days in Tianjin for a regional bloc summit and another day of meetings with top Chinese leaders, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stood on the rostrum at Beijing’s Tiananmen Square to witness a spectacular military parade. His appearance underscored Malaysia’s alignment with China’s push for a multipolar global order. Over the past week, China has showcased its growing diplomatic clout and military strength, culminating in Wednesday’s parade, which followed the two-day annual...

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20 h. ago Indonesia’s Prabowo attends China’s military parade as protests rage at home

Despite a deadly anti-government protest raging across his country, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto stood overlooking Beijing’s Tiananmen Square watching China’s grand military parade with a group of world leaders. His one-day trip was appreciated by Beijing, with the Chinese foreign ministry saying it “welcomed” the visit. Earlier this week, when Prabowo decided to skip the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, the ministry said it “respected” Jakarta’s decision. Prabowo joined...

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21 h. ago China’s Victory Day military parade: Who attended and what happened?

China’s Victory Day military parade: Who attended and what happened?  Al Jazeera

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23 h. ago China military parade marks 80th anniversary of victory day – in pictures

China military parade marks 80th anniversary of victory day – in pictures  The Guardian

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24 h. ago China’s Military Parade, in Photos: Xi Unveils New Weapons Alongside Putin and Kim

China’s Military Parade, in Photos: Xi Unveils New Weapons Alongside Putin and Kim  The New York TimesChina military parade: Xi unveils new weapons as Putin, Kim Jong Un attend 'Victory Day' event  NBC NewsChina unveils latest weapons in military parade as Xi hosts Putin and Kim  CNN

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24 h. ago The 5 key takeaways from China’s Victory Day military parade

China hosted two dozen world leaders for a huge military parade in Tiananmen Square on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. It was only the second time Beijing has held a Victory Day parade, the first taking place a decade ago. The parade – which started at 9am and lasted nearly 90 minutes – was viewed by many as a showcase of China’s growing military strength. But it was also an attempt by Beijing to cement its global leadership status and to show its rising...

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27 h. ago China will host its "biggest" military parade for "Victory Day" on Wednesday. Here's what to know.

China will host its "biggest" military parade for "Victory Day" on Wednesday. Here's what to know.  CBS News

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27 h. ago China hosted its "biggest" military parade for "Victory Day" on Wednesday. Here's what to know.

China hosted its "biggest" military parade for "Victory Day" on Wednesday. Here's what to know.  CBS News

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28 h. ago Putin, Kim accompany Xi to Tiananmen Gate for Victory Day military parade

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing with a special discount during our summer sale, available for a limited time and to new subscribers only. Today, China will host a massive military parade along Changan Avenue in central Beijing, showcasing the country’s latest and most advanced weapons to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II. President Xi Jinping...

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28 h. ago New ICBM, ‘loyal wingman’ drone, China’s Himars, latest tanks on show at parade

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing with a special discount during our summer sale, available for a limited time and to new subscribers only. Today, China will host a massive military parade along Changan Avenue in central Beijing, showcasing the country’s latest and most advanced weapons to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II. President Xi Jinping...

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28 h. ago China’s advanced weapons roll through Beijing in ‘credible’ show of deterrence

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing with a special discount during our summer sale, available for a limited time and to new subscribers only. China has hosted a massive military parade along Changan Avenue in central Beijing, showcasing the country’s latest and most advanced weapons to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II. President Xi Jinping delivered...

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28 h. ago China parades new weapons in show of ‘strategic ace’ deterrence – as it happened

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing with a special discount during our summer sale, available for a limited time and to new subscribers only. China has hosted a massive military parade along Changan Avenue in central Beijing, showcasing the country’s latest and most advanced weapons to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II. President Xi Jinping delivered...

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28 h. ago China’s military parade, as it happened: new weapons debut in show of deterrence

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing with a special discount during our summer sale, available for a limited time and to new subscribers only. China has hosted a massive military parade along Changan Avenue in central Beijing, showcasing the country’s latest and most advanced weapons to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II. President Xi Jinping...

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40 h. ago China’s Victory Day military parade: Who’s attending and why it matters

China’s Victory Day military parade: Who’s attending and why it matters  Al Jazeera

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3 d. ago China’s Victory day military parade: why are Putin and Kim Jong

China’s Victory day military parade: why are Putin and Kim Jong-un there, and what is the ‘axis of upheaval’?  The Guardian

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5 d. ago Chinese sole woman trainer for military parade mixes DJ music with marching

The only female coach for a formation of troops set to take part in China’s coming Victory Day military parade has adopted an unusually musical and psychological approach to warm-up training. The training strategy of Wang Shuang, who coaches the army’s equipment formation, has trended on mainland social media because it includes psychological consultations for soldiers and lively music to accompany exercises. Wang has built up rich experience in preparing for the country’s military drills over...

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8 d. ago 2027 PLA goal: Victory Day parade puts progress and challenges on show

China is on a mission to turn its military into a modern fighting force. In the final article in this four-part series, we look at President Xi Jinping’s military goals and obstacles facing the People’s Liberation Army. The 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II is intended to display both the strength and solidarity of the People’s Liberation Army. But just two weeks before it is set to take place, Beijing announced that former navy chief of staff Li Hanjun – a veteran...

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8 d. ago As the world watches PLA approach 100, is it truly ‘capable of winning wars’?

China is on a mission to turn its military into a modern fighting force. In the final article in this four-part series, we look at President Xi Jinping’s military goals and obstacles facing the People’s Liberation Army. The 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II is intended to display both the strength and solidarity of the People’s Liberation Army. But just two weeks before it is set to take place, Beijing announced that former navy chief of staff Li Hanjun – a veteran...

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1 week ago Signs of a new drone boat surface from China’s Victory Day parade rehearsal

A new unmanned boat was spotted during rehearsals for next month’s military parade in Beijing, highlighting the growing importance of drone technology in China’s naval strategy. According to photos and footage circulating online, the uncrewed vessel was transported on a heavy semi-trailer and features a number of obvious stealth designs, including angled surfaces, a faceted hull and concealed superstructure. Online commenters said the structure would also have concealed antenna and radar, all...

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