Four members of the Hong Kong delegation said they were proud and honoured to take part in the commemorative events in Beijing for the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

The principal of Kowloon True Light School, Lee Yi-ying, said she felt first hand the country's youth, unity and military power.

Lee, who's also the chairwoman of the Hong Kong Subsidized Secondary Schools Council, told reporters that she couldn't wait to share with students her experience, as part of efforts to promote national education.

"[Young people] have to know what our history is and what's ahead," she said.

"I hope that they'll know that they have a role to play in the future, and I hope that they'll continue to pursue a peaceful way for development in the future for our country."

A policeman, Leung Chun-yin, said it was most touching for him to see the country's giant leap in its military capacity.

He noted that three People's Liberation Army forces - namely aerospace, cyberspace and information support - took part in the parade for the first time.

For her part, the CEO of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing, Bonnie Chan, said she was used to seeing the country's strength through the variety of companies listing in the SAR's market.

She said that attending the parade allowed her to see the country's power in terms of unity and peace.

"This demonstration is really a sign to the rest of the world that China is very willing to use the strength to pull everyone in the world closer," Chan said.

Lin Wei-qiao, who founded Hong Kong InnoVision, said he believes the country wants to demonstrate its strength to the world.

He said the strong military forces won't be used to invade others, but to protect Chinese people and promote peace.

They were part of the 360-strong SAR delegation attending the events in Beijing.