In Tiananmen Square, Hou Pengcheng, responsible for the release of 80,000 carrier pigeons from 12 silver trucks at the parade’s conclusion, said other countries should not worry about China’s growing military strength.
“Alongside the military parade and the display of our great national armaments, there is also the release of peace doves . . . it shows the Chinese people’s genuine love for peace,” he said.
Taiwanese people must be looking on with envy, Hou said. “Our country has become strong . . . in their hearts they must yearn to be reunited.”
Hou said he expected Taiwanese compatriots were looking on with envy. “Our country has become strong . . . in their hearts they must yearn to be reunited with China.”
