Link to watch the live military parade in China on September 3, 2025

Link to watch the live military parade in China on September 3, 2025

The military parade in China commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory over fascist Japan in World War II was broadcast on China Central Television (CCTV) channels such as CCTV1, CCTV2, and CCTV3.

The military parade, presided over by President Xi Jinping, is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM on September 3rd in Tiananmen Square, with the participation of many international leaders.

The 70-minute parade featured 45 formations, marking the first time militia forces participated and showcased a range of state-of-the-art domestic weapons, from cyber warfare to hypersonic missiles.

China unveils previously undisclosed high-tech weaponry.

The parade will showcase hundreds of aircraft and a variety of previously undisclosed high-tech weapons. Precision-guided missiles capable of traveling five times the speed of sound, anti-ship missiles, and hypersonic weapons are expected to be a central highlight, demonstrating the expansion of China's arsenal.

The entire program consists of 45 formations, organized according to real-life combat scenarios.

The groups include: land operations, sea operations, air defense, missile defense, information warfare, unmanned warfare, logistical support, and strategic attack. Many units are equipped with advanced weaponry, including key national weapons.

The air force will demonstrate system modules, including early warning aircraft, fighter jets, bombers, and transport aircraft.

These are most of the main fighter aircraft currently in service with the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China.

While focusing on showcasing its military capabilities, Beijing is simultaneously projecting the image of a peace-loving nation. Some military personnel who have served in UN peacekeeping forces will also be present at the event.