In a significant development, China’s Ministry of Veterans Affairs has successfully identified the remains of eight Chinese People’s Volunteers (CPV) soldiers who lost their lives during the Korean War (1950-1953). Utilizing cutting-edge DNA technology, the ministry confirmed the identities of these martyrs, whose remains were repatriated from the Republic of Korea (ROK) in 2020 and 2021. Since 2014, a total of 1,011 CPV soldiers’ remains have been returned to China, with 36 identities now confirmed and their families located. This achievement underscores China’s intensified efforts in recent years to honor its fallen heroes, including the establishment of a specialized DNA laboratory to enhance the national database for martyrs and their families. The initiative reflects the nation’s commitment to preserving historical memory and providing closure to the families of those who sacrificed their lives during the conflict.
