Beijing: China on Wednesday staged a grand military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, with Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in attendance as Beijing showcased its military strength.
Chinese President Xi Jinping described the nation as “unstoppable” and reaffirmed China’s commitment to peaceful development.
“China will follow the path of peaceful development. The rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is unstoppable, and humanity’s cause of peace and development will prevail,” Xi said.
Acknowledging global conflicts, Xi emphasized that China will stand firmly on the “right side of history” and work with other nations to build a community with a shared future for humanity.
“Humanity faces a choice again—peace or war, dialogue or confrontation, win-win outcomes or zero-sum games. The Chinese people will stand firmly on the side of human progress, adhere to peaceful development, and join hands with the world to build a community with a shared future,” he stated.
Xi called on the military to provide strategic support for national rejuvenation and contribute more to global peace and development. He urged the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to transform into a world-class force capable of resolutely safeguarding China’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
The Chinese President also appealed to nations worldwide to address the roots of conflict and prevent historical tragedies from repeating.
“Common security can only be ensured when nations treat each other as equals, live in harmony, and support one another,” he said.
China observes September 3 as the anniversary of its victory over Japan in 1945, marking the end of World War II.
