Friday, January 21, 2011

Cambodian leader defends son's military promotion

Jan 21, 2011
Australia Network News

Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Sen has defended a recent military promotion given to his son, Hun Manet.

Hun Manet was promoted to become a two-star general earlier this month.

He is already chief of the defence ministry's anti-terrorism unit, and deputy commander of the prime minister's bodyguards.

In a national radio address, Hun Sen has insisted his 33-year-old son is well-qualified for the roles, saying he's served in Cambodia's armed forces for 16 years.

Political analysts say Hun Manet's appointment may reflect preparations by the prime minister for a possible succession in the future.

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