BEIJING – China held its largest-ever military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, showcasing an extensive range of advanced weaponry. The display, which included nuclear-capable missiles, hypersonic weapons, and sea drones, was seen by analysts as a strong message of deterrence to a broad audience, including the United States, its allies, and neighboring countries.

According to various reports, the parade showcased China’s military might across multiple domains. A key highlight was the public display of the country’s full nuclear triad for the first time, featuring a re-tooled intercontinental ballistic missile, the DF-5C, with a range of 20,000 km, and the new DF-61 long-range missile.

Analysts noted that the new weapons emphasize China’s intent to control its near seas in any conflict with the U.S. The combination of sea drones and missiles could create “no-go zones” for external navies. The display also included the LY-1 laser weapon, designed to disrupt enemy optical sensors, and new generations of combat aircraft.

Experts acknowledge that while the operational effectiveness of some of these new systems remains uncertain, the parade successfully signaled China’s rapid technological advancement and its growing capabilities across all fronts.

Source: This rewritten article is based on reporting from The Daily Star and other sources.