China’s High-Profile WWII Parade Highlights Ties With Russia, North Korea—Raising Global Concerns
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- •Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un were prominently positioned together during China’s WWII victory parade on September 3, 2024, signaling strengthened trilateral ties.
- •The parade showcased advanced Chinese military technology, including ICBMs and hypersonic glide vehicles, highlighting Beijing’s growing military assertiveness.
- •Western nations and Asian allies may view the unity display as a provocation, potentially straining China’s diplomatic relations and global standing.
- •Japan participated in the event despite historical tensions, reflecting cautious diplomatic engagement amid shifting regional dynamics.
- •The commemoration emphasized China’s narrative of historical justice and global leadership, while drawing international scrutiny over its alliances with Moscow and Pyongyang.
China marked the 80th anniversary of its victory over Japan in World War II on Saturday with a grand military parade in Beijing, during which President Xi Jinping stood flanked by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The carefully choreographed positioning of the three leaders at the front of the reviewing stand was widely interpreted as a deliberate diplomatic signal aimed at showcasing solidarity among the trio amid growing global tensions.
