How can Hun Sen’s peace experience in Cambodia inform Myanmar deliberations?

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Hun Sen's Peacekeeping Experience Offers Lessons for Myanmar
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlighted that Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen's experience in achieving peace amidst a complex internal conflict in Cambodia can serve as a valuable example for resolving the ongoing crisis in Myanmar. Anwar expressed confidence in Hun Sen's wisdom, noting that Cambodia faced a more intricate situation than the current challenges in Myanmar, making his insights particularly relevant for ASEAN deliberations.
Hun Sen's Leadership in Resolving Job Scam Victims
Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his appreciation to Hun Sen for Cambodia's significant assistance in repatriating 287 Malaysian victims of job scam syndicates. This collaborative effort, described by Anwar as 'outstanding', underscores Cambodia's willingness to cooperate on issues affecting citizens of both nations. As of February 20, the Malaysian Ministry of Foreign Affairs had recorded 572 reports of Malaysians falling prey to overseas job scams, with assistance being sought through various diplomatic missions.
ASEAN's Approach to the Myanmar Crisis
Malaysia looks forward to Hun Sen's input at the upcoming ASEAN Summit to develop a comprehensive framework for addressing the Myanmar crisis. Anwar emphasised that the situation in Myanmar is no longer an internal affair, citing the displacement of over 200,000 Rohingya refugees to Malaysia. He indicated that while ASEAN understands the complexities, Myanmar's junta must also acknowledge the need for a resolution to the ongoing instability.
Shared Views and Bilateral Cooperation
Beyond regional security, Malaysia and Cambodia find common ground on various geopolitical issues, including the South China Sea, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the Korean Peninsula, and Taiwan-China relations. The two nations also strengthened their bilateral ties through the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding concerning the recruitment, employment, and repatriation of Cambodian workers. Anwar also acknowledged Hun Sen's commitment to religious tolerance and respect for minority groups, evidenced by an invitation to a breaking of fast ceremony with the Muslim community in Cambodia.

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