The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) will show its latest weapons and equipment at a military parade in September 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, a senior military officer said at a press conference on Tuesday.
China announced on Tuesday that it will hold a military parade in Tian'anmen Square in Beijing on Sept. 3 to mark the anniversary.
"First, the display of equipment and weapons is systematic. All weapons and equipment in the parade will be selected from combat units of various services and arms, including elements of strategic strike forces, advanced operational and tactical equipment, as well as new types of forces suited to future warfare," said Wu Zeke, deputy director of the Leading Group Office of Military Parade.
"Second, the display of equipment and weapons is comprehensive. It essentially covers a full spectrum of capabilities, such as command and control, reconnaissance and early warning, air and missile defense, fire strike and integrated support," said Wu.
"Third, the parade is combat-oriented. It is organized according to combat groups, embodying the core principles of information dominance, system-of-systems support, elite force operations and joint operations," he said.
Wu said that China has overcome numerous technological challenges in recent years and developed a large array of advanced weapons and equipment, ushering in a new era in its armaments development.
New-generation aircraft carriers, destroyers, stealth fighters, drones and strategic missiles have been rapidly commissioned, marking a great leap forward in the Chinese military's armaments development, Wu said. The development of advanced new equipment has provided a substantial boost in combat capabilities and gives the military greater confidence in its ability to fight and win, he added.
China to show latest equipment, weapons in upcoming military parade
A former television host from Taiwan, Zhai Xuan, has made a pivotal decision to leave mainstream broadcasting in order to create content that provides a better understanding of the Chinese mainland and cross-strait relations.
Zhai, a seasoned television host with over a decade of experience in Taiwan's media landscape, recently addressed an audience at an event in Beijing, where she revealed her complete transition into independent online media.
In her remarks, she articulated her aspiration to bridge what she perceives as a significant information gap between audiences on both sides of the Strait, highlighting her commitment to fostering a deeper understanding and connection through her new endeavors.
"I was really surprised by all the fake news. There were stories saying people on the mainland can't afford tea eggs or that they live in mud houses and in Taiwan, this was the main information many people received," said Zhai.
Zhai said she initially began producing online videos to challenge such perceptions while continuing her work as a television host.
In April 2025, she travelled to the mainland with her father to fulfill her late grandfather's wish to return to his hometown. The trip, which reunited family members separated since 1949, was recorded in a video series titled "Journey to Find Our Roots", drawing attention from viewers in both Taiwan and the mainland.
"Many people in Taiwan told me that after watching, they wanted to apply for a mainland travel permit immediately and go looking for their relatives. Some had long forgotten these things, but after seeing my story, they began thinking about their hometowns and family members they had never met and decided to search for their roots," Zhai shared her story at the event.
By mid-2025, Zhai said she began to feel increasing pressure amid rising political tensions and a tightening atmosphere around cross-Strait exchanges in Taiwan.
After more than 12 years in the industry, Zhai resigned from her position, believing it was the right thing to do.
"At that moment, I felt this was a major issue，not just for me, but for Chinese people on both sides of the Strait. If I backed down then, I wouldn’t be standing on the right side," said Zhai.
Since leaving television, Zhai has broadened her online programming to encompass a range of daily-life topics, including practical guidance on applying for a mainland travel permit and using commonly employed mobile applications, in addition to content that delves into historical memory and cultural connections across the Strait.
As the debate over cross-Strait relations continues in Taiwan, Zhai said she remains committed to her current path.
Former Taiwan TV host bridges cross-Strait divide via online media
