Lao urge closer coordination in searching fallen Vietnamese soldiers

VGP - Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Le Chiem, who is head of the Vietnamese Government’s Special Working Committee, visited Vientiane, Laos, on June 26.

June 27, 2017 11:01 AM GMT+7

At a reception, Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith expressed his hope that the search and repatriation work will be completed as soon as possible.

He has urged the Special Working Committees of the Vietnamese and Lao Governments to continue their close coordination in searching and repatriating remains of Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts who laid down their lives during the wars in Laos.

The Lao Party, Government and army appreciated achievements recorded by the two committees, he said, stressing that such outcomes are of significance as they have contributed to enhancing the long-standing relationship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries.

In turn, Chiem informed the Lao PM about the results of the earlier 22nd meeting of the two committees.

He said remains of Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts have still scattered in Laos, mostly in Vientiane and Xieng Khouang, Xaysomboun, Savannakhet and northern Lao provinces.

The search and repatriation of remains have been hindered by limited and inaccurate information as well as complex terrain, Chiem said, expressing his wish that the Lao PM will create more optimal conditions for the committees to fulfill their task.

By Vien Nhu