[Vietnamization] 748 sets of VN remains repatriated from Cambodia

As many as 748 sets of remains of Vietnamese experts and volunteers have been repatriated from Cambodia during the 2015-2016 dry season, as heard at the 15th meeting of the Vietnamese and Cambodian special task committees in HCM City yesterday. — VNA/VNS Photo

748 sets of VN remains repatriated from Cambodia

 | 26 July 2016

HCM City — As many as 748 sets of remains of Vietnamese experts and volunteers have been repatriated from Cambodia during the 2015-2016 dry season, as heard at the 15th meeting of the Vietnamese and Cambodian special task committees in HCM City yesterday.

The result was attributable to the close cooperation between the two countries, said Deputy Minister of Defence Lieutenant General Lê Chiêm, who is head of Việt Nam’s special task committee.

He noted that Vietnam highly appreciates Cambodia’s special task committee’s guidance and efficient operation in the search and repatriation of the remains of Vietnamese soldiers who laid down their lives during wartime in Cambodia.

Meanwhile, Seang Lapress, advisor to the Cambodian Government and deputy head of the Cambodian special task committee, expressed his belief that sound coordination between the two Governments would bring further positive results. 

The retrieval of soldiers’ remains is difficult due to a lack of information. However, most of the remains are said to be located in Prey Veng, Kampong Speu, Tboung Khmum and Kampong Cham provinces.

In the coming time, the two sides will direct relevant authorities to carry out the search and repatriation of martyrs’ remains while seeking more information from local people. — VNS