Watch ED touch down in Beijing for China’s Big 80

President Emmerson Mnangagwa arrives in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 1, 2025. Mnangagwa is invited to attend the commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War on Sept. 3. (Xinhua/Cai Yang)

President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa landed in Beijing on Monday, joining world leaders gathering for the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/k4B6UmFeWR4

The visit is loaded with symbolism—2025also marks 45 years of diplomatic ties between China and Zimbabwe. From liberation struggle solidarity to today’s global stage, the friendship keeps deepening.

ED is no stranger to China. Just last year he attended the 2024 FOCAC Summit in Beijing, underscoring Harare’s growing engagement with its “all-weather friend.”

https://zimbabwenow.co.zw/articles/17248/join-chinas-80th-anniversary-parade---live

We will be carrying a live stream of the extravaganza here:https://www.youtube.com/@zimnow2023