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In photos | Xi Jinping shows China’s military prowess, flanked by Putin and Kim, on 80th anniversary of WW II end
The Chinese parade showcased modern fighter jets, missiles, and other military might as Beijing sought to build its mark on the global world order.
September 3, 2025 12:19 IST
1 / 10Chinese President Xi Jinping inspects the troops ahead of a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Japan's World War II surrender. (AP Photo)
2 / 10Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrive at a military parade in Beijing, China. (AP)
3 / 10Military personnel take part in a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II held in front of Tiananmen Gate in Beijing, China. (AP)
4 / 10Military personnel take part in a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Japan's World War II surrender. (AP Photo)
5 / 10Military personnel march past in a parade in Beijing to commemorate the end of World War II. (AP Photo)
6 / 10The DF-5C liquid-fueled intercontinental strategic nuclear missiles take part in a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Japan's World War II surrender. (AP Photo)
7 / 10Helicopters fly past during a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Japan's World War II surrender held in front of Tiananmen Gate. (AP Photo)
8 / 10A GJ-11, stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicle takes part in a military parade in Beijing. (AP Photo)
9 / 10A GJ-11, stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicle takes part in a military parade held in front of Tiananmen Gate in Beijing. (AP Photo)
10 / 10Armoured vehicles take part in a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of World War II end held in Beijing. (AP Photo)
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