China is preparing for a large-scale military parade on September 3 in Beijing's Tian'anmen Square to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. This event will be China's 19th military parade since the founding of the People's Republic of China and is expected to showcase the country's modernized military capabilities and advanced weaponry. The parade will feature over 10,000 troops, more than 100 aircraft, and several hundred ground military vehicles, all domestically produced and representing the latest achievements in China's armed forces modernization. Notable new armaments to be unveiled include four cutting-edge anti-ship missiles — YJ-15, YJ-17, YJ-19, and YJ-20 — which are supersonic and hypersonic systems, as well as XL underwater drones, laser tanks, and AI drones. The military formations will be organized to reflect their functions in real combat scenarios. Preparations have included multiple comprehensive rehearsals, with troops training intensively in Beijing under humid conditions. The parade also features the largest military band in the history of Chinese military parades, comprising over 1,000 People's Liberation Army officers and soldiers. The event is intended to send a message that China upholds peace and will firmly defend international fairness and justice, while also projecting its growing military strength amid geopolitical tensions with the U.S. and neighboring countries. Alongside the parade, cultural events such as the "The People Will Prevail" art exhibition have opened in Beijing to commemorate the anniversary. The parade is attracting international attention as a demonstration of China's military advancements and its broader geopolitical posture.
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