Kim Jong Un to join Putin and other leaders at China military parade

August 28, 2025

Dressed in full military attire, Chinese President Xi Jinping led the country's National Day parade with a display of force. Among the dignitaries in attendance was also Russian president Vladimir Putin and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un. The parade, held every year since 2014, honors those who have given their lives for the country and to showcase China's latest military technologies and prowess.

Putin's and Kim Jong Un's relationship

Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un have developed one of the most peculiar partnerships in recent times, with both leaders being on the complete opposite sides of the political spectrum. Vladimir Putin is known for his assertive foreign policy and expansionist ambitions, while Kim Jong Un is infamous for his nuclear weapons program and human rights violations. Despite their differences, they have managed to establish a certain level of cooperation and mutual understanding.

China's growing relations with Russia and North Korea

China's relationship with Russia and North Korea has been evolving and has caught the attention of the international community. As Western countries continue to impose sanctions and isolate Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, China and Russia have become increasingly close, with Putin attending the parade in Beijing as a show of strength and solidarity. China has also been accused of aiding and abetting North Korea's nuclear weapons program, thereby circumventing international sanctions.