Beijing is celebrating seven decades since the People's Republic of China was founded. At the center of Tuesday's plans is a massive display of the administration's military capabilities.

Celebratory events have just kicked off in Tiananmen Square.

Soon, President Xi Jinping will give a speech.

Then, the country will host one of its largest military parades ever.

15,000 soldiers and 600 military vehicles will take to the streets, while 160 aircraft fly overhead.

The administration is facing a multitude of issues, including a trade war with the US and ongoing pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.

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