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China unveils plan for huge anniversary military parade

The parade promises to be larger than the one held in 2015 that had a 70-gun salute and nearly 200 aircraft

China will hold a massive military parade showcasing some of its most advanced weaponry to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the communist state, authorities announced Thursday.

It comes as the trade war with the US threatens to engulf the international economy, with Beijing and Washington's navies jostling for influence in Southeast Asia, and continuing unrest in Hong Kong.

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