Trump Accuses China of Conspiring Against US During Beijing Military Parade

President Donald Trump has sharply criticized Chinese President Xi Jinping following China's massive Victory Day military parade in Beijing on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. The parade, which marked the 80th anniversary of Japan's surrender in World War II, featured an impressive display of China's military capabilities including missiles, advanced weaponry, and fighter jets. The event was attended by 26 world leaders, most notably Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, in what many observers interpreted as a show of solidarity among nations that have been increasingly at odds with Western powers.

In a provocative post on Truth Social, Trump directly addressed Xi Jinping with sarcasm and accusation, writing: "Please give my warmest regards to Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un as you conspire against the United States of America." The president's comments reflected his apparent frustration with what he perceives as coordinated efforts by these three nations to challenge American global influence. Trump also referenced the historical support America provided to China during World War II, mentioning the "massive amount of support and 'blood'" that the US gave China during its fight against Japanese occupation, and called for proper recognition of American sacrifices made on China's behalf.

However, when pressed by reporters about whether he genuinely believed Beijing and its allies were forming an anti-American coalition, Trump appeared to soften his stance considerably. "No. Not at all. China needs us," he told the BBC, adding that he maintains "a very good relationship with President Xi" and emphasized that "China needs us much more than we need them." This apparent contradiction between his social media rhetoric and his public statements highlights the complex diplomatic balancing act Trump is attempting as he navigates tensions with these major world powers while trying to maintain working relationships that serve American interests.

The timing and scale of China's military parade, combined with the prominent attendance of Putin and Kim Jong Un, has been widely interpreted as a deliberate message to the West about the strengthening ties between these three nations. China has increasingly positioned itself as a counterweight to American influence since Trump's previous presidency, particularly following the implementation of various trade tariffs and economic measures. The parade showcased China's growing military sophistication and served as a reminder of the country's rising global prominence, while the presence of Russia and North Korea's leaders underscored the deepening relationships between nations that have found themselves increasingly isolated from Western diplomatic circles.