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Hun Sen: From PM to powerful patriarch
The Cambodian leader has made way for his son Hun Manet, but retains considerable clout and has vowed to retake the premiership if infighting endangers his son’s life.
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Long-time Cambodian PM Hun Sen (left) made way for his son Hun Manet, but the elder statesman will continue to remain highly influential in the country's politics.
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BANGKOK – Cambodians witnessed a historic transition last Tuesday, when long-time Prime Minister Hun Sen made way for his 45-year-old son Hun Manet.
On the same day, Mr Hun Sen was appointed by King Norodom Sihamoni as president of the supreme privy council. In 2024, Mr Hun Sen will assume presidency of the Senate, which means he will be the acting head of state when the King is overseas. The 71-year-old will remain as president of the CPP, a position he has occupied since 2015.
