China’s Victory Day Parade Rekindles Cross-Strait Battle Over WW2 Narratives
The parade displayed over 10,000 military personnel and advanced weaponry, highlighting China's military modernization and commitment to peace, as stated by President Xi Jinping.
- On September 3, 2025, in Beijing, President Xi Jinping presided over a military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of China’s triumph over Japan in World War II.
- The parade marked the anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II and continued the nation’s annual practice of emphasizing its contribution to overcoming fascism and influencing the global order established after the war.
- The event featured the display of Chengdu J-20 fifth-generation fighter aircraft, including the two-seat J-20S variant, which China introduced to advance manned-unmanned cooperative air operations.
- Military expert Zhang Xuefeng noted that if the aircraft can effectively lead autonomous wingmen, it could be classified as the first 5.5th generation fighter jet globally, marking a significant advancement in manned-unmanned aerial combat coordination.
- The parade reinforced China’s military modernization while stirring geopolitical tensions and criticism from Japan, the U.S., and concerns in Taiwan over Beijing’s historical narrative and future intentions.
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