A Historic Celebration in Beijing
Xi walked with Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un before the parade. It was a rare display of unity and global alliances.
Thousands of spectators waved flags and cheered. Many crowded Beijing’s streets outside the parade grounds to witness history.
China’s armed forces marched in flawless formation. Troops carried advanced weapons, highlighting Xi’s push to modernise the world’s largest army.
Veterans arrived at Tiananmen Square, their uniforms decorated with shining war medals. Their presence honoured past sacrifices and linked them to China’s ambitious future.
Symbolic Acts Mark the Closing Moments
The event closed with symbolic gestures. A massive Chinese flag waved as white doves took flight, symbolising peace. Soon after, hundreds of colourful balloons filled the sky, marking the finale.
A Lasting Impression of Power and Legacy
The 80th Victory Day parade combined military power, patriotic pride, and global diplomacy. It sent a clear message: China is ready to shape the future world order. Here are some of the defining images from the day.
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Paramilitary police stand guard ahead of Wednesday’s event at Tiananmen Square.
Chinese servicemen march in formation during the military parade on Wednesday
Chorus members line up at Tiananmen Square before taking part in the parade
The flag-guarding air echelon flies over Tiananmen Square to mark the anniversary
Soldiers march during the rehearsal ahead of the parade
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A vehicle-mounted laser weapon is on display at the parade.
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin walked alongside China’s President Xi Jinping and North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un before the parade began, presenting a rare display of solidarity among the three powerful leaders.
Chinese peace-keeping troops take part in the parade.
DF-61 missiles on display
Vladimir Putin gestures as he arrives for the parade
Kim Jong Un arrives for the parade
Spectators wave flags ahead in celebrate the anniversary at the parade.
Armed military personnel appear at the parade.
Crowds gathered along the streets outside the parade grounds in Beijing, eager to catch a glimpse of the historic event.
Chinese President Xi Jinping joins the parade.
Proud military veterans, many decorated with medals, arrived at Tiananmen Square to honour the occasion.
Close-up views revealed glittering war medals pinned to the uniforms of ageing veterans, a reminder of China’s long military history and sacrifices.
Chinese soldiers take part in a rehearsal just hours before a military parade on Wednesday.
YJ-21 hypersonic anti-ship ballistic missiles are on display at the parade.
Spectators in caps photograph military vehicles as the parade passes by.
A Chinese flag waves as doves are released at the end of the parade
Balloons are released to mark the end of the event
