North Korean leader Kim Jong is expected to attend China’s Victory Day military parade in Beijing next week. This will be his first major international appearance in several years.
China’s foreign ministry confirmed his participation in the event. The parade marks the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War Two. It will be held in Tiananmen Square and is set to feature a large display of military power.
Leaders from China and Russia, including Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, will also attend. Kim Jong’s presence highlights the close ties between North Korea and China. In 2015, only a senior North Korean official was present. This time, Kim’s attendance shows stronger diplomatic cooperation.
Beijing described the North Korea-China relationship as a “traditional friendship.” Chinese officials said both countries are working together to support peace and stability in the regi
The parade will include tens of thousands of troops, war veterans, and 45 military formations. China is expected to reveal new military technologies, including tanks, aircraft, and anti-drone systems.
The 70-minute event will be reviewed by President Xi. Global analysts will closely watch the parade, as it sends a strong message about China’s military readiness and global role.
Kim Jong’s attendance is also important in a wider diplomatic context. U.S. President Donald Trump has shown interest in meeting Kim again. At the same time, Trump is pursuing talks with Putin regarding the Ukraine conflict.
Hosting both Kim Jong and Putin gives China a central role in regional diplomacy. It also raises questions about South Korea’s role. President Lee Jae Myung has been invited, but North Korea has criticized his efforts to re-engage.
Many Western leaders are not expected to attend. Japan has also raised concerns about the event’s political tone.
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