Former high-ranking official of the Cambodian government, Mr. Khao Kim Hong, has been appointed as the new secretary-general of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. I was.
The ASEAN secretary-general is appointed by each country for a five-year term, and plays an important role in coordinating among member countries.
From this month, Mr. Kao Kim Hong, who served as Minister of Special Mission and Advisor to the Prime Minister of Cambodia, was appointed as the new Secretary-General.
“It is important to maintain peace, stability and security in this region,” said Kao, adding, “I am confident that if we work together, there is nothing that ASEAN cannot achieve.” I was.
In ASEAN member Myanmar, next month marks two years since the military took power in a coup d'état. called on member states to unite and cooperate.
However, within ASEAN, there is a marked difference in stance between countries such as Indonesia and Malaysia that take a tough stance toward Myanmar, and countries that take a conciliatory stance.