Anwar says Asean Chair advisers chosen for expertise


KUALA LUMPUR: Appointments of informal advisers to the Asean Chair are based on expertise and extensive experience in geopolitics and regional affairs, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pic).

In a written reply, the Prime Minister said background checks “do not arise” as the appointees previously held the highest offices in their countries.

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