President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva have arrived in Beijing to join the commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against the Japanese occupation and World War II.
The grand parade is taking place at Tiananmen Square in Beijing, honouring a historic milestone that symbolises resilience and unity. President Aliyev and the First Lady arrived at the square to watch the event, where they were welcomed by Chinese President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan.
The ceremony showcases China’s growing military capabilities with a display of advanced weaponry, aerial performances, and marching troops. It also reflects Beijing’s ambition to project strength on the global stage while highlighting its role in shaping the postwar international order.
President Aliyev’s participation highlights the strengthening ties between Azerbaijan and China, with the visit underlining shared respect for history and growing cooperation across strategic areas.
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