Fallen Korean War soldiers laid to rest in home country

BEIJING: A burial ceremony was held at a martyrs’ cemetery in Shenyang, Liaoning province, for 117 Chinese soldiers who died during the 1950-53 Korean War.

Speaking at the ceremony, Veterans Affairs Minister Sun Shaocheng, said: “These martyrs have defeated the strong enemy and made a great contribution to our country and world peace. We will inherit their will and work hard for the Chinese Dream. The heroes who died in the 1950-53 Korean War will live forever!”