BEIJING — China showcased its military might in a parade Wednesday marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, a show of strength as it seeks to wield greater influence on the global stage.

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China has showcased its military power in a parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II

On Wednesday, leader Xi Jinping paid tribute to Chinese veterans and emphasized China's strength and self-reliance

The parade featured aerial and underwater drones, hypersonic missiles and fighter jets

Leaders from about two dozen countries, including Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un, attended

Leader Xi Jinping, speaking before the parade, paid tribute to Chinese veterans of the war. Since coming to power in 2012, he has sought to build

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