Published: 9:15pm, 3 Sep 2025Updated: 9:52pm, 3 Sep 2025
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1. China’s military parade, as it happened: new weapons debut in show of deterrence
China held a massive military parade along Changan Avenue in central Beijing, showcasing the country’s latest and most advanced weapons to commemorate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory over Japan in World War II.
2. The 5 key takeaways from China’s Victory Day military parade
Beijing hosted two dozen world leaders for a huge military parade in Tiananmen Square on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.
3. Bill to sanction Chinese officials who avoid action on fentanyl passes US House
A bipartisan bill that would impose sanctions on Chinese officials who intentionally avoid taking action to prevent the trafficking of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids passed the US House of Representatives.