King Norodom Sihamoni Appoints Hun Manet as New Prime Minister of Cambodia

King Norodom Sihamoni, the King of Cambodia, appointed General Hun Manet, son of Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Hun Sen. as the new Prime Minister of Cambodia

Samdech Hun Sen’s eldest son has been officially confirmed as the country’s next prime minister. that represents the confirmation of the official transition of power

His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni has graciously appointed Hun Manet as the new Prime Minister. This was a statement made by Hun Sen, who has ruled Cambodia for 38 years after Hun Sen announced he would step down. Just days after the July 23 elections, which were criticized by many as undemocratic.

His Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) won the election by a landslide. swept the parliamentary seats to 120 out of 125 seats after the Sangthian Party which is the main opposition party was disqualified from elections by the Election Commission for technical reasons

However, the appointment still needs to be confirmed by parliament on August 22, but is expected to pass the National Assembly. Most of the seats are controlled by Hun Sen’s CPP.

Hun Manet, 45, recently served as commander-in-chief of the Cambodian Army. Well trained for the country’s leadership role. His father first stated the transition status in 2021, but it wasn’t until July. It is unclear when the handover will be made, however, Hun Sen has announced he will step down just three days after the election. He is one of the longest serving leaders in the world. ruled Cambodia with a population of 16 million for 38 years.

It is expected that the new government will consist of a new generation of ministers Mr Hun Sen insisted he would not interfere in his son’s administration. but he states that He will continue to have power in the country’s politics. After stepping down as prime minister, Hun Sen will serve as Senate president and acting head of state. when the king went abroad

In addition, Hun Sen said he would maintain the leadership of the Cambodian People’s Party. which is a position that political analysts say Still giving him supreme power

Hun Manet, 45, was educated in the United States and England. by obtaining a master’s degree and a doctorate degree respectively in economics. He also graduated from the prestigious West Point Military Academy in the United States. He served as deputy commander of Cambodia’s armed forces. Hun Manet has said little about his vision for the country. He was given a seat in Phnom Penh. in past elections.

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2023-08-07 06:21:14