Vietnamese Officials Evade Justice in New Zealand Assault Case—Why Is America’s Ally Allowing This?

In an alarming failure of international accountability, two Vietnamese officials accused of sexually assaulting two young women working at a Wellington restaurant have escaped facing charges after New Zealand's extradition efforts collapsed. With no formal treaty binding Vietnam to hand over suspects, these men remain beyond reach — an outcome that leaves victims betrayed and justice denied.When Diplomacy Overrides Justice, Who Protects the Vulnerable?This incident does not occur in isolation. It happened mere days before Vietnam’s Prime Minister visited New Zealand to strengthen bilateral ties and upgrade relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership. Yet while governments exchanged handshakes, real victims...