May 26, 2025 | 20:14 (GMT+7)
Dien Bien holds memorial, reburial ceremony for Vietnamese soldiers repatriated from Laos
A memorial and burial ceremony was held on May 26 at Tong Khao War Cemetery in Thanh Nua commune, Dien Bien district in the Northern province of Dien Bien for seven Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and advisors who sacrificed in Laos during wartime.
Previously, on May 25 morning, Dien Bien province receive the remains of eight Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and advisors which were recovered during the 2024-2025 dry season. Of those, only one was identified thanks to sufficient information, so the remains of the martyr were returned to Ha Giang province to his family.
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Remains of seven Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and advisors who sacrificed in Laos during wartime are reburied at Tong Khao War Cemetery in Thanh Nua commune, Dien Bien district in the Northern province of Dien Bien. |
Speaking at the ceremony, Vice Chairman of the Dien Bien provincial People’s Committee Lo Van Cuong emphasized that during the years of fighting in the neighboring country, the Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and advisors united with the Lao military and people to promote the nation's tradition of resilience and indomitability. They overcame all difficulties and hardships, sacrificing themselves for the cause of national liberation, contributing to enhancing the special solidarity and friendship between Vietnam and Laos.
Cuong also expressed his sincere gratitude to the Lao Party, State and people for their care and support to Vietnamese soldiers and advisors.
The ceremony was marked by solemn tributes, including incense and wreath offerings, as officials and citizens paid respects to those who sacrificed their lives for national independence and international solidarity.
Source: VNA