Vietnam's Silent Strength: Cambodia's Ingratitude and the Forgotten Genocide

Vietnam's Role in Ending the Cambodian Genocide: A Story of Ingratitude and Resolve Vietnam's intervention in Cambodia in 1979, which ended the Khmer Rouge regime's brutal genocide, remains a contentious issue. While the international community largely recognizes Vietnam's role in saving Cambodia from mass murder, some Cambodian officials have recently denied this contribution, even accusing Vietnam of invasion. This video explores this historical event, highlighting the contrasting narratives. The video shows black and white footage of the war, the destruction, and the subsequent reconstruction efforts by Vietnam. It also features more recent footage of Cambodian protests and political statements denying Vietnam's role in ending the genocide. One Cambodian protester is quoted as saying, "Vietnam did not liberate Cambodia; they invaded!" However, this statement ignores the thousands of Vietnamese soldiers who died in the conflict and the extensive aid provided afterward. The video also includes footage from international summits where other Southeast Asian nations have remained silent, but have continued to cooperate with Vietnam on security and economic matters, implicitly supporting Vietnam's position. Vietnam's actions speak louder than words. While some Cambodian officials may choose to rewrite history, the facts remain. Vietnam's intervention saved Cambodia from a terrible fate, and their quiet support for regional stability continues to this day.