President Trump charged Tuesday that the brutal dictators of China, Russia and North Korea will “conspire against The United States of America” at a military parade in Beijing, where the three heads of state are marking 80 years since Japan’s defeat in World War II.
“May President Xi and the wonderful people of China have a great and lasting day of celebration,” Trump wrote in a Truth Social post, as the massive spectacle in Tiananmen Square kicked off.
“Please give my warmest regards to Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un, as you conspire against The United States of America,” the president added.
Putin and Kim are among the two dozen largely non-Western leaders attending the largest-ever military parade in China, hosted by Xi.
The Chinese Communist Party leader was flanked by Putin and Kim as they walked down a red carpet to take their seats for the spectacle, which is expected to feature aerial displays, marching troops and a procession of missiles and tanks.
In his social media post, Trump wondered if Xi would give the US credit for its role in ending World War II.
“The big question to be answered is whether or not President Xi of China will mention the massive amount of support and ‘blood’ that The United States of America gave to China in order to help it to secure its FREEDOM from a very unfriendly foreign invader,” the president wrote.
“Many Americans died in China’s quest for Victory and Glory. I hope that they are rightfully Honored and Remembered for their Bravery and Sacrifice!” Trump added.
The president’s post comes as his administration continues negotiations on a long-term trade deal with China.
Trump signed an executive order earlier this month extending a tariff truce with Beijing for another 90 days.
The order prevented tariffs on imports from China – currently subject to a 30% duty – from skyrocketing to 145%.
Similarly, China’s 10% tariff on US goods – which was set to climb to 125% – will remain in place as negotiations play out.
Trump is also attempting to negotiate an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine with Putin, who has continued to order military strikes targeting Ukrainian civilians and has refused to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky amid ongoing talks with the commander in chief.
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