China to Participate in Military Parade Marking Russia and Belarus' Victory Day Anniversary with an Honour Guard.
China's Honor Guard at Red Square Celebrations
China's defense ministry has announced that it will send an honor guard to participate in military parades honoring the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in Moscow and Minsk on Friday. This year's parade will mark the first time a Chinese honor guard will participate in a commemoration event in Minsk.
Beijing's defense forces have been seen rehearsing in preparation for these parades, as seen on Chinese social media in both Minsk and Moscow.
In Moscow, Chinese soldiers have been practicing a patriotic song called "Guerrillas' Song" for the parades in Red Square, according to Global Times. The song, which describes the hardships faced by Chinese soldiers during the second Sino-Japanese War, is expected to be performed during the parade on May 9.
The "Guerrillas' Song" originates from China's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1937–1945) and commemorates communist-led guerrilla warfare. By performing this song in Moscow, China aims to:
- Establish historical ties: Reinforce the alignment of its anti-fascist struggle with Russia's Great Patriotic War, despite any differences in wartime experiences.
- Demonstrate ideological solidarity: Showcase China as a defender of the existing international system, which it claims faces pressure from Western-led initiatives.
- Emphasize central role in anti-fascist coalition: Highlight China's significant role in the anti-fascist coalition through symbolic gestures, like Chinese students displaying a 1945 Xinhua Daily front page announcing Japan's surrender.
China's participation in these events in both Russia and Belarus occurs amid heightened tensions between China and the West. China is also taking part in Vietnam's Reunification Day parade on May 1, demonstrating its ability to balance historical alliances with contemporary partnerships. These appearances collectively represent China's commitment to multipolarity and anti-hegemonic narratives in global security discourse.
Rehearsals for the upcoming parades have been seen on Chinese social media.
Chinese soldiers have been practicing the "Guerrillas' Song" ahead of the May 9 parade in Moscow, according to Global Times.
This year's parade will mark the first time a Chinese honor guard will take part in a similar event in Minsk.
China's participation in Victory Day celebrations in Moscow and Minsk this year marks a continuation of military diplomacy and symbolic messaging.
The "Guerrillas' Song" originates from China's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1937-1945), specifically commemorating communist-led guerrilla warfare.
The 2015 Moscow parade was the first instance of PLA troops joining Russia's Victory Day events, coinciding with the 70th anniversary of WWII's conclusion.
By performing the "Guerrillas' Song" in Moscow, China aims to align its anti-fascist struggle with Russia's Great Patriotic War, despite differing wartime experiences.
This year's participation extends to Belarus for the first time, reflecting broader diplomatic coordination among nations opposing perceived threats to the post-WWII order.
China's stance as a defender of the existing international system has been reinforced by its decision to participate in these parades.
The song is expected to be performed during the parade on May 9.
This performance, coupled with Chinese students displaying a 1945 Xinhua Daily front page announcing Japan's surrender, emphasizes China's central role in the anti-fascist coalition.
Heightened China-West tensions provide the backdrop for these events.
The appearances collectively signal China's commitment to multipolarity and anti-hegemonic narratives in global security discourse.
China's decision to send an honor guard to attend both Moscow and Minsk parades marks a new level in military diplomacy.
By participating in both Russia and Belarus, China emphasizes its importance as a powerful player in the international arena.
China's participation in Victory Day celebrations in Moscow and Minsk occurs amid increased tensions between China and Western powers.
These events represent China's stance as an opposer of perceived threats to the post-WWII order and its commitment to asserting its influence on the global stage.
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- China's honor guard will partake in military parades marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in both Moscow and Minsk, signifying a new level in military diplomacy between China and these nations.
- The participation of the Chinese honor guard in the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow and Minsk this year is a continuation of China's strategic use of military diplomacy and symbolic messaging, designed to reinforce its role as a defender of the existing international system.
- The "Guerrillas' Song," a patriotic song from China's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, is expected to be performed during the parade in Moscow, serving as a symbolic gesture to align China's anti-fascist struggle with Russia's Great Patriotic War, despite the differences in their wartime experiences.
- By participating in the parades in Russia and Belarus, China is demonstrating its ability to balance historical alliances with contemporary partnerships, emphasizing its importance as a powerful player in the international arena.
- Heightened tensions between China and Western powers provide the backdrop for these military parades, as China asserts its stance as an opposer of perceived threats to the post-WWII order and its commitment to asserting its influence on the global stage.
