Posted on Aug 30, 2025 / World

China is gearing up for a huge World War II–themed military parade featuring top officials from heavily sanctioned nations. The event, set for early September, will include appearances by Putin, Kim Jong Un, and leaders from Iran and Myanmar. It highlights Beijing’s push to showcase solidarity with non-Western allies. Many attendees will depart before the parade, reflecting diplomatic nuance and global optics. The parade is being seen as both a display of power and a strategic maneuver in geopolitical positioning. Observers are watching closely for what this signals in terms of China’s international alliances.
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