China has confirmed that it will hold a large military parade in Beijing to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. The event will bring together thousands of People’s Liberation Army troops and an array of advanced weapons, with several being shown publicly for the first time. President Xi Jinping will preside over the commemoration, which Chinese officials described as both a military display and a ceremony to honor wartime sacrifices.

Troop And Equipment Display

State media reported that the parade will involve ground forces, air force, navy, and rocket units of the People’s Liberation Army. Among the equipment to be displayed are stealth fighter jets, long-range missiles, and naval systems designed to demonstrate the breadth of China’s military capabilities. Officials confirmed that the parade will also include advanced rocket force units, underscoring the growing role of strategic missile systems within China’s defense posture.

Scale And Organization Of The Parade

According to government statements, preparations for the event have involved months of training and coordination to ensure precision during the large-scale display. Thousands of troops are expected to march through central Beijing, accompanied by formations of military vehicles and flyovers by combat aircraft. The parade will also feature demonstrations of naval power, with equipment representing China’s expanding maritime focus. Organizers said the display would reflect the progress of military modernization in recent years while paying tribute to the country’s armed forces.