New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- On September 3, 2025, Beijing's Tiananmen Square became the stage for one of the most striking military parades in recent memory, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. With an 80-gun salute reverberating across the capital, thousands of soldiers marched in perfect symmetry as squadrons of fighter jets carved symbols into the sky. The spectacle was more than commemoration; it was a carefully orchestrated message. China's leadership used the occasion to showcase military advancements, reaffirm national pride, and signal strategic intent to both regional neighbors and global rivals.

What stood out was not simply the precision of the parade but the arsenal unveiled. At its core was the debut of the DF...