BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping said the world once again faces a “choice between peace and war,” as he showcased his country’s advanced weaponry and international clout Wednesday with a military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.
World faces ‘peace or war’ choice, Xi says; guests highlight East-West divide
Chinese President Xi Jinping is flanked by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as they attend a military parade in Beijing to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. (Pool/Tass)
WATARU SUZUKI
September 3, 2025 09:26 JST
Updated on September 3, 2025 13:31 JST