Hanoi: Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra, who is also head of the National Steering Committee for the Search, Collection and Identification of Martyrs' Remains, has ordered relevant forces to speed up the collection of remains' samples from unidentified fallen soldiers in cemeteries nationwide, setting a November 30 deadline. Search and recovery of remains will continue, with recovered remains preserved and stored properly pending identification. The goal is to complete DNA testing on 18,000 samples by July 27, 2027 under the 500-day-and-night campaign, with a 2026 target of testing 9,000 samples received before July 1, 2026. According to Vietnam News Agency, this effort is part of a broader mission to honor the sacrifices of soldiers who died during past conflicts. The initiative underscores the commitment of the Vietnamese government to resolve cases of unidentified remains, providing closure for families and recognizing the martyrs' contributions to the nation. The 500-day-and-night campaign, init iated by the government, reflects the urgency and dedication towards achieving these objectives. Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra has emphasized the importance of adhering to the set deadlines to ensure that the identification process can bring peace to the families of the fallen.