Cambodia's Diplomatic Shift: The 1980s Landscape

This chapter examines the intricate diplomatic relations in Southeast Asia during the late 1980s, particularly focusing on Vietnam's withdrawal from Cambodia amidst economic turmoil and changing international alliances. It highlights the human cost of conflict through personal accounts of landmine devastation and discusses the geopolitical implications of U.S. policy shifts regarding the Khmer Rouge. Additionally, the chapter explores the formation of the Supreme National Council and the Paris Peace Accords, symbolizing steps towards healing and rebuilding Cambodia.