Vietnam War legacy: South Korea’s economic rise shadowed by war crime claims and lasting scars

During the Vietnam War, South Korea deployed over 300,000 troops, second only to the United States.
Economic aid received in return helped drive South Korea’s rapid industrial growth and global exports.
However, allegations of widespread war crimes, including massacres and sexual violence, have emerged.
A South Korean court ruling acknowledged civilian harm, marking a significant moment in war accountability.
The decision has stirred controversy among veterans who dispute the accusations.
Today, South Korea and Vietnam maintain strong economic ties despite the war’s painful legacy.
Their relationship remains shaped by both historical scars and modern cooperation.

Al Jazeera’s Jack Barton reports from Seoul, South Korea.

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