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RE: LeoThread 2025-04-27 01:33

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After a limited military campaign, which included a scorched-earth policy, China withdrew by March 16, 1979, leaving Vietnam in a state of devastation. Although Vietnam temporarily withdrew troops from Cambodia, the objectives of the invasion were never fully realized.

The Aftermath of Conflict

The conflict resulted in disputed casualty figures, with estimates suggesting that China suffered around 26,000 deaths compared to Vietnam's 30,000. The ramifications of the war extended beyond immediate casualties, impacting political landscapes.

For China, Deng's economic reforms suffered delays due to the war, which also stunted further attempts to modernize the Chinese economy. Conversely, Vietnam's grip on Cambodia tightened, even as its own political environment turned more repressive.