The historical context of "The plower has the field" Law passed by Nguyen Van Thieu Government

Abstract

During the final stages of the Vietnam War (1954–1975), the Republic of Vietnam government, led by Nguyen Van Thieu, promulgated the Land-to-the-Tiller Law in 1970. Enacted in such a unique historical context, this legislation was not merely aimed at redistributing land to farmers in South Vietnam but also embodied broader political and strategic considerations. This study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the historical circumstances surrounding the enactment of the Land-to-the-Tiller Law, elucidating its underlying objectives and broader implications.