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Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim appoints former Thai PM Thaksin his Asean adviser


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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, December 16th 2024 at 9:21 GMT by Firstpost   Print publication without navigation

  • Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday appointed Thailand's billionaire political heavyweight and former premier Thaksin Shinawatra as his personal adviser for when he becomes chair of South

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has appointed former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra as an advisor on ASEAN affairs, aiming to leverage Thaksin's extensive experience in regional politics. Thaksin, who has been a significant figure in Thai politics despite being ousted in a 2006 coup and later facing corruption charges, returned to Thailand in August after years in self-imposed exile. His appointment comes at a time when Malaysia seeks to enhance its role within ASEAN, particularly in addressing regional issues like the Myanmar crisis. Thaksin's role will be informal, focusing on providing insights and advice rather than formal diplomatic engagements. This move has sparked discussions on the implications for ASEAN's political landscape, given Thaksin's controversial background and his influence in Thai politics.

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