Putin, Xi, Kim Discuss Future Human Longevity at Beijing Parade

During a military parade in Beijing commemorating the 80th anniversary of Japan’s defeat in World War II, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un were overheard discussing the possibility of humans living up to 150 years or even achieving immortality through advancements in biotechnology and repeated organ transplants. The exchange, caught on a hot mic as the leaders walked toward a viewing platform, highlighted their shared optimism about medical innovations extending human lifespan, with Xi noting that people in their 70s are still considered young today. This unscripted conversation was broadcast on Chinese state television before the audio was cut, sparking international interest and speculation about the leaders' visions for the future. The parade itself was seen as a demonstration of China’s military strength and strategic alliances countering U.S. influence, with Putin and Xi also signing multiple agreements including a major new gas pipeline. North Korea’s Kim, youngest of the trio, appeared attentive but did not actively participate in the longevity discussion. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump acknowledged the event with a message of goodwill toward Xi and Putin, reflecting ongoing global attention to the summit.