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Watch: China's military parade begins with gun salute

Watch: China's military parade begins with gun salute

Summary

China's military held a parade in Tiananmen Square, which began with an 80-gun salute to commemorate 80 years since China's victory over Japan in World War Two. Leaders from 26 countries, including Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, attended the event.

Key Facts

  • The parade took place in Tiananmen Square in China.
  • The event began with a gun salute that was fired 80 times.
  • The 80-gun salute marked 80 years since China's victory over Japan in World War Two.
  • China's leader, Xi Jinping, was present at the parade.
  • Leaders from 26 other countries attended, including Vladimir Putin of Russia and Kim Jong Un of North Korea.
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