Xi to address China September 3 military parade, CCTV reports.

Xi to address China September 3 military parade, CCTV reports.

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to address the nation's military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, according to reports from CCTV. The parade, scheduled for September 3, is expected to showcase the country's military might and symbolism [1].

Recent social media videos have provided an early glimpse of the parade's scale and symbolism. Videos circulating on platforms like RedNote and Weibo show at least 45 People’s Liberation Army helicopters flying in formation, forming patterns such as a heart and the numbers "8" and "0". These formations are seen as a clear reference to the upcoming anniversary [1].

High-definition images of China's J-35 stealth jets with serial numbers 3501, 3505, and 3506 have also emerged, hinting at their potential inclusion in the parade. The fighters were pictured flying in formation with several J-15T carrier-based fighter jets [1].

In a separate development, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Beijing. Xi described the relationship between China and New Zealand as having experienced "many ups and downs" over the past 50 years, but noted that the two countries have always respected each other [2].

Xi Jinping's address at the parade is expected to emphasize the importance of the occasion, highlighting China's military capabilities and its role in global affairs. The event is likely to be closely watched by investors and financial professionals, given the significance of China's military might in the global economic landscape.

References:
[1] https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3314946/social-media-videos-pla-jet-rehearsals-heighten-buzz-over-chinas-victory-day-parade
[2] https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/politics/christopher-luxon-meets-xi-jinping-in-beijing/