During a meeting in the Philippines, War Secretary Pete Hegseth presented a declassified report to Vietnamese Defense Minister Phan Văn Giang that could help locate the remains of over 400 service members from the Vietnam War. This exchange is part of ongoing efforts to reconcile and assist each other in accounting for war remains. Hegseth also received evidence of human remains of missing U.S. soldiers from Văn Giang, highlighting the commitment of both nations to honor their fallen service members.
Key facts
- Hegseth met with Văn Giang on October 28, 2026.
- The declassified report may help find remains of 440 Vietnamese soldiers.
- Over 1,000 Americans from the Vietnam War have been identified since 1973.
- The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency identified a record 250 service members in fiscal 2026.
- Hegseth also met with defense ministers from several countries during the visit.
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