The human skulls, intricately decorated and part of life-size effigies known as rambaramp, were looted from Vanuatu decades ago and repatriated by the U.S.
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell expressed gratitude for returning artifacts to Vanuatu, highlighting their cultural significance and the dedication to repatriation efforts.
This repatriation marks a significant step in the FBI's efforts to return looted artifacts and enhances U.S. cooperation in a region impacted by growing Chinese influence.
The returning of these sacred artifacts is part of a broader U.S. initiative aimed at strengthening relationships in the Pacific and addressing local challenges.
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