From participant to reporter: At China's grand V-Day military parade, I share tears of joy, sense of pride with them

On September 3, just before the ceremony marking the hard-won victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War began, Chinese President Xi ...

China expresses heartfelt gratitude to foreign govts and intl friends who assisted the Chinese people in resisting aggression: FM on Trump's remarks regarding China's V-Day parade

When asked about whether foreign troops had participated in China's V-day parade and if not, what the reason was, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson suggested the reporter to consult the ...

China's development of diplomatic relations never targets any third party: Chinese FM on Trump's social media post on V-day ceremony

When asked to comment on US President Donald Trump's claim about the Chinese, Russian and North Korean leaders conspiring against the US on the occasion of China's V-day celebrations, the ...

How public, political figures and media in Taiwan island respond to V-Day military parade

The massive military parade held in Beijing on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World ...

Japan 'closely watched' China's V-Day military parade with complex mentality; some express awe, others show wariness: reports

Japan closely watched China's V-Day military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War on ...

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto expresses appreciation for China's significant contributions in maintaining global security on X platform

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto wrote in Indonesian on X platform on Thursday that he would like to express his appreciation for the significant contributions of the People's Republic of China ...

Lai's remarks on V-Day commemorations betray national standing, defy justice: spokesperson

Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's remarks disparaging China's V-Day commemorations while taking veiled swipes at the mainland's social system has betrayed any sense of national standing, defied justice and conscience, ...

US does not seek conflict with China: Pentagon chief on China's V-Day parade

When asked about China's V-Day celebrations, including a military parade at Tian'anmen Square, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated in a Fox News interview on Wednesday local time that the ...

Trump confirms he watched China's V-day parade, describing it 'impressive'

US President Donald Trump said that he was watching China's V-day celebrations including a military parade and he thought that it was a beautiful ceremony, which was very impressive, US ...

'Great mistake' that EU heads of state were absent from China's V-Day celebrations: Slovak PM

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who is visiting China for commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the ...

Grand cultural gala staged in Beijing to mark 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression, fascism

A grand cultural gala with the theme of "Justice Prevails" is staged to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression ...

Land-, sea-, and air-based missiles unveiled as China's nuclear triad for the first time

China on Wednesday held a grand V-Day military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World ...

Commemorating victory against fascism, strengthening faith in peaceful development

Today, China commemorates V-Day with a military parade to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to its original aspirations and to Chinese modernization. At its core is peaceful development. Only with reliable ...

V-Day commemorations ignite strong patriotism among residents with meticulous arrangements

Wednesday was a big day for all Chinese as the commemorative activities marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) ...

Tank and artillery, unmanned ship and underwater vehicles, high-energy weapons, hypersonic missiles shine at parade

China on Wednesday held a grand V-Day military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World ...

Heads of memorial halls narrate epic tales of tenacious resistance against Japanese aggression behind 8 artifacts

On the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, the Global Times, in collaboration with eight memorial ...

Many foreign netizens express awe watching China's spectacular V-Day military parade; viewers from Taiwan island touched

Many netizens from various countries and regions watching China's V-Day military parade flooded platforms like X, YouTube with praise for the parade staged by China in Beijing on September 3 ...

People across China celebrate China's V-Day commemorations with cheers, tears and pride

From gazing up at aircraft with national flags in their hands, to people in multiple ethnic autonomous regions and special administrative regions gathering to watch the V-Day commemorations livestream, Chinese ...

Honored and proud: defense equipment designers share insights on China's V-Day commemorations

A grand ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was held on Wednesday morning in ...

China's V-Day military parade a 'spectacular' and 'remarkable' event showcasing the country's capacity: Hungarian Foreign Minister

“That was a very spectacular event showcasing the capacity of China, which is also remarkable,” Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto hailed China's V-Day military parade in an exclusive interview with ...

Honoring victory, safeguarding peace

Foreign scholars highlight China's V-Day parade as a solemn remembrance of WWII, a commitment to peace

Many 'firsts' in impressive formations displayed in China's massive V-Day parade

China held a massive military parade in central Beijing on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of its victory in World War II, pledging the country's commitment to peaceful development ...

Official reveals story behind selection of four choir songs for V-Day commemorations at Tian'anmen Square

A choir of 3,000 college students sang four emotionally resonant songs on Wednesday morning as part of the commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese ...

'We feel deeply proud and inspired,' compatriots from HK, Macao witness China's V-day commemorations with pride

Compatriots from the Hong Kong and Macao Special Administrative Regions (SARs) who attended China's V-day commemorations said it was a great honor to take part in the events on Wednesday ...

Russian, North Korean leaders conclude meeting with hugging; Kim Jong-un invited to visit Russia: report

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un held a bilateral meeting for more than an hour and a half in Beijing after attending China's V-day commemorations on ...

With cheers, applause and tears, Beijing residents celebrate China's V-Day commemorations

From gazing up at aircraft with national flags in their hands, to experiencing the parade atmosphere by watching livestream on the streets or in railway stations with cheering crowds, Beijing ...

Foreign leaders attending V-Day parade in Beijing praise the event, highlight friendship with China

A number of foreign leaders attending the grand V-Day commemorations in Beijing on Wednesday, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar lbrahim, and Serbian President Aleksandar ...

A truly historic gathering of global friendship and remembrance: Nepali Prime Minister says of V-Day parade in Beijing

“What a remarkable occasion!” Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli wrote on the X platform on Wednesday. “This morning, I attended the commemorative events at Tian'anmen Square in Beijing, marking ...

Participants make preparations ahead of gathering marking 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression

Members of a chorus perform ahead of a grand gathering to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the ...

Putin calls China's V-Day military parade 'held brilliantly': media report

Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed China's V-Day commemorative events on Wednesday marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the ...

Veterans attend grand gathering marking 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression

A veteran at Tian'anmen Rostrum salutes during a military parade in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 3, 2025. China on Wednesday held a grand gathering to commemorate the 80th anniversary ...

Serbian president expresses gratitude for Chinese leader and people after attending V-Day parade in Beijing

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic expressed his gratitude to Chinese President Xi Jinping and the Chinese people for their "sincere friendship" toward Serbia, in a post on his Facebook page in ...

Attending V-Day parade reaffirms Uzbekistan's commitment to fostering friendship, constructive dialogue for peace, sustainable development, prosperity: Uzbek President's press-service

“President Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part the military parade marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in World War II at Tiananmen Square, attended by leaders from over 20 countries. The event ...

Military parade strengthens national pride, identity, reinforces confidence in HK's prosperity, stability under “One Country, Two Systems,': Hong Kong delegate

For Hong Kong compatriots, the military parade staged in Tian'anmen Square strengthens national pride and identity, raises awareness of national security, and reinforces confidence in Hong Kong's prosperity and stability ...

Residents line streets in Beijing, catch glimpses of China's V-Day parade

The march-past of the military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War began in ...

China concludes V-Day commemorations

China concluded its V-Day commemorations on Wednesday, with 80,000 doves and 80,000 balloons released into the sky over Tian'anmen Square in central Beijing.

China unveils nuclear triad for first time in parade

China unveiled its land-, sea-, and air-based strategic forces as the nuclear triad for the first time in Wednesday's V-Day military parade.

PLA's Type 100 new-generation tank makes debut with high-level informatization

Three types of the Chinese People's Liberation Army's (PLA) new armored vehicles made their debut at the V-Day military parade on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory ...

March-past of China's V-Day parade begins with flag-guarding echelon flying over Tian'anmen Square

The march-past of the military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War began in ...

History must not be forgotten: Chinese delegation of WWII victims' families demands Tokyo's apology

80 years ago on September 2, the second world war ended when Japan officially surrendered. Yet 80 years later, when China marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the ...

From WWII to today: the unfinished struggle for peace and justice – perspectives from a Japanese scholar

Eighty years ago, after 14 years of arduous struggle and tremendous sacrifice, China finally defeated the war of aggression launched by Japanese fascists. Eighty years later, Japan still seems unable ...

About 230,000 flags raised throughout Beijing to mark 80th anniversary of resistance war victory

On September 2, about 230,000 national and red flags were raised throughout Beijing in preparation for the upcoming event marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's ...

Beijing launches themed subway trains marking victory in War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression

To mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, themed subway trains dubbed the “great victory” ...

Figures from various walks of Taiwan island arrive in Beijing for V-Day commemorations, despite DPP's obstruction

Several figures from island of Taiwan, including Yuan Juzheng from National Taiwan University and Tsai Wang Chia, Chief Operating Officer, executive Director of Want Want China Holdings, arrived in Beijing ...

Exhibition featuring Chinese martyrs who contributed to war of resistance against Japanese aggression opens in Shanghai

An exhibition featuring the martyrs resting at the Yuhuatai memorial park in Nanjing, East China's Jiangsu Province, kicked off on Monday at the Memorial Hall of the First National Congress ...

Memorial sites for the War of Resistance see 60m annual visits

Over 500 exhibitions themed around the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War are held nationwide every year on average, attracting more than 60 ...

Exhibition of cultural relics from Northeast United Resistance Army sites opens in Beijing

A special exhibition showcasing artifacts excavated from sites associated with the Northeast United Resistance Army kicked off at the Museum of the Communist Party of China in Beijing on Saturday. ...

China reaffirms vision for a community with shared future for humanity ahead of V-Day commemorations

A press conference on activities marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was held in ...

'Whenever compatriots call for help, we will respond,' Vice Foreign Minister responds to GT on consular protection

In response to a question raised by the Global Times that last year, China safely evacuated more than 10,000 compatriots from abroad. This year, after the outbreak of the Israel-Palestine ...

Revisiting 'Red Sorghum Spirit' on 80th anniversary of victory of resistance war against Japanese aggression

As this year marks the 80th anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, the original opera Red Sorghum, ...

Chinese FM responds to multiple Global South leaders attending China's V-Day commemorations: Global South is no longer silent majority

When asked to comment that among the foreign guests and dignitaries attending China's V-Day commemorations in Beijing, many are leaders from Global South countries, Assistant Foreign Minister Hong Lei stated ...

China to hold gala on Sep 3, marking 80th anniversary of war victory

China will stage a gala at the Great Hall of the People on the evening of September 3, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's ...

China responds to claims it is using V-Day commemorations to pressure Japan

In response to a media inquiry that Japan has been paying close attention to China's V-Day commemorations, with some voices suggesting that China is using historical issues to pressure Japan ...

China warmly welcomes Kim's attendance to V-Day commemorations, vows new chapter of China-DPRK traditional friendship

Kim Jong-un, top leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), will attend China's V-Day commemorations on September 3, China's Assistant Foreign Minister Hong Lei announced on Thursday.

Chinese FM releases video "The Backbone" marking 80th anniversary of WWII victory

The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Thursday released a nearly 3-minute video titled "The Backbone" to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against ...

GT investigates: Who provided shelter, excuses for Japanese fascism and its remnants after WWII?

In light of this, the Global Times presents two investigative stories aimed at exposing and analyzing how Japan and some of its allies have continued to wage a cognitive war ...

Mainland invites Taiwan compatriots to V-Day commemorative events

The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Zhu Fenglian on Wednesday confirmed that the mainland is inviting people from various sectors, including Taiwan compatriots, to attend commemorative events marking the ...

Beijing expands no-fly zones for upcoming V-Day commemoration events

The Beijing municipal government on Sunday announced expanded no-fly restrictions to ensure the safety of aerial activities during the event marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese ...

Whitewashed atrocities: Japan tampers with textbooks, manufacturing 'collective historical amnesia'

The Iida City Peace Memorial Museum in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is located on the third floor of the Iida Community Center and permanently exhibits evidence related to Unit 731's human ...

China-bound atoner under fire: Why did a former Unit 731 member's apology sting Japan?

In March 1945, Hideo Shimizu, not yet 15 years old then, was sent to Harbin as one of the last teenage recruits of the Japanese Imperial Army's Unit 731. Seventy-nine ...

Eighty years of selective amnesia: Latest evidence of Japanese invasion crimes lies hidden in Japan

The Global Times launches the "Uncovering Evidence in Japan" series, engaging in direct dialogue with those involved through exclusive interviews with firsthand witnesses, using the truth as a blade to ...