North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will attend a military parade in Beijing on 3 September, China’s foreign ministry confirmed. The event marks the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan and the end of World War Two. Russian President Vladimir Putin is also expected, along with other world leaders, BBC reported.
China plans to showcase its latest military capabilities, including new aircraft, tanks, and anti-drone systems, marking the first full display of its modernized force structure. The 70-minute parade will be overseen by President Xi Jinping from Tiananmen Square and is likely to attract close attention from global analysts.