China's Victory Day: A Parade of Power and Peace

China is preparing to hold a large-scale military parade in Beijing next month to commemorate 80 years since Japan's surrender in World War Two. The parade promises to showcase groundbreaking weaponry and military technology, employing tens of thousands of participants, including air force jets and high-tech armaments.

This showcase is China's second such event since 2015, displaying the might of the People's Liberation Army at a time when regional and Western nations watch closely. New military technology, such as anti-ship missiles and hypersonic weapons, will be highlighted, as China continues to advance its military capabilities.

The 'Victory Day' parade will feature 45 formations of troops and will be observed by President Xi Jinping at Tiananmen Square, with international leaders like Russian President Vladimir Putin in attendance. Security in Beijing has been heightened as the city prepares for the spectacle.

(With inputs from agencies.)