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Brunei Sultan reshuffles cabinet, names Prince Mateen foreign minister

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Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has reshuffled his cabinet, appointing his son Prince Abdul Mateen as the new foreign minister. This move is interpreted as a preparation for future leadership transitions within the kingdom, especially considering the Sultan's recent health concerns. Prince Abdul Malik, another son, was also appointed to the cabinet, while the Crown Prince, Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah, retains his position as senior minister at the Prime Minister's Office. AI

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Brunei Sultan reshuffles cabinet, names Prince Mateen foreign minister

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Brunei picks helicopter-flying Prince Abdul Mateen as foreign minister

    Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has named one of his youngest sons as foreign minister in a major cabinet reshuffle – largely seen as a move to prepare for the next generation of leaders in the oil-rich kingdom. As the 10th child and fourth son of the sultan, Prince Abdul Mateen…

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