Военният парад за деня на победата в Пекин на 3 септември 2025 г.: геополитически измерения и дипломатически послания – между символиката и силата
The Military Parade for China’s Victory Day in Beijing on September 3, 2025: Geopolitical Dimensions and Diplomatic Messages – between Symbolism and Power

Summary/Abstract: The military parade for China’s Victory Day, held in Beijing on September 3, 2025, was the largest demonstration of military power in the history of the People’s Republic of China. This paper analyzes the geopolitical and diplomatic dimensions of the event, interpreting it as a strategic instrument of foreign policy and a form of symbolic communication. Special attention is given to the presence of international actors and their ties to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and BRICS, revealing China’s intention to strengthen an alternative geopolitical center to the Western-led order. The parade is examined as a projection of power, memory, and ambition within the evolving global security architecture.

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