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Hishammuddin returns as defense minister in Malaysia's new cabinet

August 27, 2021
Hishammuddin, a seasoned politician with vast experience in government, has been appointed Senior Minister (Defense) in the new cabinet unveiled on Friday by Ismail Sabri, Malaysia’s ninth prime minister.
Hishammuddin, a seasoned politician with vast experience in government, has been appointed Senior Minister (Defense) in the new cabinet unveiled on Friday by Ismail Sabri, Malaysia’s ninth prime minister.

By Jamal Dobahi @dobahi

KUALA LUMPUR — Hishammuddin Hussein has been reappointed to Malaysia's new cabinet of Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, but this time to the Defense Ministry which he once helmed.

Hishammuddin, a seasoned politician with vast experience in government, has been appointed Senior Minister (Defense) in the new cabinet unveiled on Friday by Ismail Sabri, Malaysia’s ninth prime minister.

He had served as Defense Minister in 2013. — Agencies


August 27, 2021
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