In a poignant move honoring history and fostering international goodwill, the remains of 43 Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) martyrs who lost their lives during the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea will be repatriated to China from the Republic of Korea (ROK) in late November, according to China's Ministry of Veterans Affairs.
This upcoming handover marks the 11th repatriation of CPV martyrs' remains since the two nations signed a handover agreement, reflecting a decade-long commitment to honoring those who sacrificed their lives. From 2014 to 2023, China and the ROK successfully completed 10 consecutive handovers, returning the remains of 938 CPV martyrs along with related artifacts, all in accordance with international laws and humanitarian principles.
The ongoing cooperation between China and South Korea underscores a shared dedication to preserving historical memory and fostering reconciliation. Both nations have agreed to continue their collaborative efforts, ensuring that the sacrifices of nearly 200,000 CPV soldiers, most of whom are interred on the Korean Peninsula, are respectfully honored.
This series of repatriations not only serves as a gesture of respect and remembrance but also strengthens the diplomatic ties between China and the ROK, paving the way for continued partnership and mutual understanding in the years to come.
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