Remembering and Advancing: China’s Resounding Voice on Chang’an Avenue in 2025
On September 3, 2025, marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, Luoyang Wangli Heavy Machinery Co., Ltd. organized its employees to collectively watch the live broadcast of the grand military parade. In a solemn and inspiring atmosphere, staff members witnessed the nation’s powerful military strength and technological advancements. Warm applause broke out repeatedly as domestically produced advanced equipment rolled through Tiananmen Square in a mighty steel procession. Deeply moved and filled with pride, employees expressed their determination to transform patriotic enthusiasm into work motivation, dedicating themselves more vigorously to frontline production and contributing to the company’s high-quality development and the nation’s goal of becoming a manufacturing powerhouse.
September 3, 2025, Tiananmen Square—the intersection of history and the future.
On this day, the morning light along Chang’an Avenue will once again illuminate a nation’s point of historical memory: the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
This is not an ordinary celebration, but a solemn dialogue across time and space: when 90-year-old veterans of the War of Resistance stand side by side with post-“95s” soldiers; when units descended from the Eighth Route Army and New Fourth Army march alongside unmanned combat formations representing the future of warfare—China is delivering its most profound message to the world:
Justice will prevail! Peace will prevail! The people will prevail!
Remembering: From “On the Songhua River” to the Path of a Strong Military
On September 3, 1945, the entire nation erupted in celebration—the land was reborn, the light restored.
After 14 years of bloody resistance, with 35 million military and civilian casualties, China won its national independence and dignity.
Today, through a grand military parade, we pay tribute to history and mourn our heroic martyrs.
The melody of Defend the Yellow River echoes across the square. The Color Guard Unit proudly raises 100 banners of honor and distinction—each inscribed with an unyielding faith.
The successors of the old resistance units march in crisp step past the Monument to the People’s Heroes—a continuation of bloodline, a transmission of spirit.
Demonstration: A 100% Domestically Produced Steel Torrent — The Confidence to Safeguard Peace
This is a comprehensive debut of “new-quality combat capabilities” —
No longer about catching up, but about taking the lead;
No longer merely a display, but a redefinition of the future of warfare.
- Sword in the Sky: Formations of J-20 stealth fighters streak across the heavens, while the sixth-generation fighter (J-X) makes its first public appearance, piercing the skies;
- Might on Land: New main battle tanks and highly mobile armored vehicles form a mighty steel torrent, showcasing all-domain assault capabilities;
- Strategic Deterrence: The DF-17 hypersonic missile and DF-41 intercontinental strategic nuclear missile take the stage as the grand finale—undefeatable in flight trajectory, guarding China’s national strategic security;
- Intelligent Battlefield: Drone swarms, robotic dog units, and unmanned combat vehicle formations make their first full-scale, regimented appearance—AI-powered “soldiers of the future” step into the spotlight;
- Space Domain: While anti-satellite weapon systems and laser defense platforms remain off the parade ground, their mention in the narration quietly sends a message—China’s defensive frontier now extends to the stars and beyond.
Every single piece of equipment is 100% domestically produced, all are active-duty frontline models, and they march in combat-ready formations—this is the most powerful demonstration of “strengthening the military through science and technology.”
Declaration: Peace Is Not Begged For—It Is Protected With Strength
In today’s world, regional conflicts persist, and historical nihilism is on the rise.
Some countries are revising textbooks and glorifying wars of aggression, attempting to erase historical truth.
China responds with this parade:
History must not be rewritten; justice must not be challenged!
Leaders and military contingents from 49 nations, along with 17 foreign armed forces units, gather on Chang’an Avenue to jointly commemorate this historic occasion.
This is not a display of military might, but a vivid demonstration of building a “community with a shared future for humanity.”
Foreign military contingents march side by side with Chinese troops, symbolizing shared respect for collective historical memory and a firm commitment to preserving the post-war international order.
As the peacekeeping forces pass Tiananmen Square, their armbands read: “Marching for Peace.”
China will always be a builder of world peace, a contributor to global development, and a defender of the international order.
Resonance: A Spiritual Renewal for Every Chinese Citizen
From “millet and rifles” to domestically developed “Chinese heart” equipment,
from “standing up” to “growing strong,”
this military parade is also a nationwide awakening of the dream of a powerful nation.
In the civilian parade, the “Fuxing” (Revival) super-ship carries the strivers of a new era across the square;
in the “Youthful China” formation, university students proudly raise banners declaring: “Rest assured, our Party—we will make our country strong!”;
on giant screens, the short film Thank You, Shanghai recounts the warm historical story of China rescuing Jewish refugees during World War II, bringing together cross-border empathy in this very moment.
Hundreds of millions of Chinese people worldwide watch live via platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and X, their eyes filled with tears.
At this instant, a surge of national pride courses through the veins of every Chinese heart.
Conclusion: Understanding a Mature China on Chang’an Avenue
In 1954, French writer Simone de Beauvoir stood on the Tiananmen Rostrum and wrote: “I see a fresh China.”
In 2025, the world will witness a mature China here—
A nation holding the torch of history, marching steadily toward the future;
A nation with the resolve to defend peace, and the wisdom to reject war;
A nation that seeks no hegemony, yet fears no challenge;
A nation that embraces cooperation, yet dares to struggle.
As doves soar over the Great Wall, as the salute of a veteran overlaps with the oath of youth in a single frame,
a clear voice echoes across the sky:
China has always been the vigilant guardian watching over history and safeguarding peace.
And we are now marching on the great journey toward national rejuvenation.
September 3, 2025—
More than just a day to commemorate victory,
It is the moment a clarion call to move forward is sounded.
This moment belongs to every Chinese person.
