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RE: LeoThread 2025-04-27 01:33

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At first glance, China's communist regime and Vietnam's government, built on similar ideological foundations, suggest a natural alliance between the two nations. Both countries have shared experiences, such as fighting against the backdrop of the Cold War and the suppression of capitalist ideologies. However, geopolitical realities and historical circumstances often overshadow this ideological kinship.

The war stems from a series of major contextual factors, including the Sino-Soviet split, the Vietnam War, the occupation of Cambodia, and the rise of Deng Xiaoping, who replaced Mao Zedong's appointed successor, Hua Guofeng. Each of these factors contributed to the deterioration of relations between the two countries, ultimately culminating in conflict.

The Sino-Soviet Split