Studio interview: Strategic bomber to draw attention in parade

For more discussion, we’re joined in the studio by Teng Jianqun, director for the Center of Arms Control at the China Institute of International Studies. Welcome.

Q1. President Xi recently visited the PLA Air Force and went on an H6K bomber among many types of planes. Why did he choose an H6K? Is there anything special about that bomber or what does it imply about the development of our Air Force?

Q2. We can see that the Air Force is in the process of a strategic transformation. What can that bring to our modern combat systems?

Q3. The huge Sept. 3 V-Day parade in Beijing is being widely anticipated and leaders from 30 countries are slated to attend the celebration. What impresses you the most?