“A strong military is the foundation of national security” – that is an unassailable truth.
On the morning of September 3, the commemoration marking the 80th anniversary of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the Victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, together with a military parade, was held at Beijing’s Tiananmen Square.
Key Takeaways
In his address, President Xi Jinping made three key points:
China’s Peace Legacy
China is a major force for peace. President Xi noted “The Chinese people's war of resistance against Japanese aggression was an important part of the World Anti-Fascist War.
With enormous national sacrifice, Chinese people made a major contribution
to saving human civilization and safeguarding world peace.”
Listening to President Xi’s speech reminds us that China has never been an aggressor – it has always been the victim of foreign invasion. Western talk of a “China threat” is nothing but baseless rhetoric.
Equality as a Path evading War
Only by treating each other as equals can nations avoid war. President Xi stressed, “History warns us that the destiny of humankind is closely connected. Only by treating each other as equals, living in harmony, and helping one another can countries and nations maintain common security.”
The phrase “treating each other as equals” in particular, deserves special note. Today, only the United States wages tariff wars against the entire world and abuses its power – a vivid example of unequal treatment of other nations.
Choice Between Peace or War
The great choice between war and peace. President Xi declared, “Today, humanity once again faces a choice between peace or war, dialogue or confrontation, win-win cooperation or zero-sum games. The Chinese people firmly stand on the right side of history, stand on the side of human civilization and progress, adhere to the path of peaceful development, and join hands with the peoples of all countries to build a community with a shared future for mankind.”
President Xi’s warning about the dangers of war clearly targets the United States – that China will not bow to bullying and warns that any attempt to strike at China would be in vain.
Why It Matters and What’s Next
China showcased weapons of mass destruction at the parade that even experts had not anticipated. While many expected the DF-51 intercontinental ballistic missile to appear, what actually rolled out was the Dongfeng-61 missile. As President Xi’s inspection vehicle passed by the DF61 launchers, the “DF61” markings made everyone realise this new weapon had arrived much faster than expected. No one outside China knew anything about this super-advanced missile – not even its range. One can only imagine how busy the Pentagon will be gathering intelligence on the DF61 in the coming months.
Also on display was an upgraded Dongfeng-5C missile, now capable of global reach. The deterrent power of the DF61’s nuclear counterstrike is even more unimaginable.
In summary:
China loves peace – the parade is not a show of aggression. In Chinese, the character for “martial” (wu) implies using strong forces to stop warfare. The parade commentary itself noted that “a strong military ensures national security.”
Today, the United States is the most dangerous power in the world. It refuses to treat other nations equally. China must have a sufficiently strong military to curb America’s aggressive ambitions.
Lo Wing-hung
Bastille Commentary
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In a series of blistering statements,The Hong Kong Office for Safeguarding National Security (OSNS) has drawn a red line in the sand for anyone trying to weaponize the city’s recent misfortunes. The message is crystal clear and ominous: If you use disaster to sow chaos in Hong Kong, they will hunt you down—no matter where on Earth you try to hide.
On December 3, an OSNS spokesperson doubled down. While the HKSAR government and local citizens were racing to save lives following the tragedy at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, a shadow game was already in play. The office accuses a "small group of external hostile forces" of looting a burning house. Under the guise of petitioning for the people, these actors are dusting off the old playbooks from the "extradition bill protests". They are activating agents, sabotaging relief efforts, and desperately trying to reignite the "Black Riots" memories. The verdict? Their actions are despicable enough to be universally condemned.
To drive the point home, the OSNS fired off three consecutive warning shots to overseas antagonists and anti-China disruptors:
First, we solemnly warn hostile foreign forces and anti-China disrupters that their actions of creating chaos and disorder in Hong Kong are intolerable.
Second, we solemnly warn hostile foreign forces and anti-China disrupters that their actions of adding fuel to the fire will inevitably bring disastrous consequences to themselves.
Third, we solemnly warn hostile foreign forces and anti-China disrupters that the long arm of the law will catch up with them.
The OSNS is keeping receipts. Every word and every action used to disrupt Hong Kong goes on the permanent record, and culprits will be pursued for life. "Anyone who breaks the law," the office warns, there is no sanctuary. Whether you are hiding across the ocean or taking refuge in Taiwan, severe legal punishment is inevitable.
Why is the OSNS speaking up now? Read between the lines, and you see three strategic pivots.
First, this isn’t hypothetical; they believe the foreign interference is already happening. Second, the crosshairs are locked on external forces, with a pointed finger specifically at those hiding in Taiwan. And third, it’s a preemptive strike against anyone overseas dreaming of stirring up another color revolution. The warning is blunt: Distance is not a defense.
Opportunists, Grifters, and Organized Lies
Take a look at the chatter exploding across the internet, and the opposing voices generally fall into distinct camps.
First, you have the fair critics. There is plenty of commentary that, while critical of the SAR government, remains objective. These observers stick to the facts disclosed by official investigations rather than drifting into malicious fantasy. This is a natural, human reaction to a "disaster of the century." And the smart money says the SAR government will take this advice to heart and improve.
Then come the fame vampires. When disaster struck, the opportunists came out of the woodwork. Look at "internet celebrity" Kenny, arrested on December 3 after cursing the Tai Po fire victims online for having "heavy sins." It was a blatant, tasteless grab for traffic, and it landed him in handcuffs for sedition. Then there are the exiled influencers abroad, wantonly bashing the SAR government while coincidentally begging people to subscribe to their Patreon accounts. The hustle is obvious: They are monetizing misery to please their financiers.
Finally, there is the organized sedition. Beyond the grifters, we are seeing waves of calculated propaganda. These aren't just complaints; they are fabrications designed to smear the SAR government and attack the Central system. Rumor mills are churning out wild stories linking material suppliers to the families of Central leaders—plots that are total fiction. It’s as if they believe overthrowing the Central government provides immunity from fire physics. Do massive fires not happen in Western democracies? The logic is broken, but in the heat of a disaster, it’s a potent recipe for inciting public rage.
Sniper Attacks From The Shadows
The temperature on these seditious campaigns was rising fast until the Police National Security Department stepped in. Once they acted, the local noise quieted down—but the overseas attacks only intensified. It raises a suspicious question: Is there a coordinated machine working behind the scenes to sustain sniper attacks against the SAR government? The narrative is set in stone: Whatever the government does is wrong. Before a single investigator has arrived on the scene, the instigators are already screaming for heads to roll.
Here is the bottom line. The OSNS isn’t pointing fingers at external forces for sport; they are firing warning shots because they see the smoke rising. We need to be sharper than ever. Don't let external opposing forces play you for a fool, twisting a tragic fire into a tool for subverting the local government—or even the Central government itself.
Lo Wing-hung
