Cambodia’s leader, also known as the Strongman, nominated Hun Manet, his son, to the position of deputy-commander of his bodyguard unit.

The young Hun Manet is Hun Xen’s eldest son. He received his master degree in the US and his PhD in England. He is now in charge of his papa’s safety.

Human rights officials and political analysts expressed their regret to see Hun Manet for accepting this position. These observers believe that, based on his education, Hun Manet could do a lot to improve Khmer society, and doing so would be better for him than serving in his father’s bodyguard unit whose renown is dubious.