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Uproar Around Tajuddin's Appointment As Indonesian Ambassador

Ben Suffian, Programme Director, Merdeka Center | Made Supriatma, Visiting Fellow, Indonesia Studies Programme, ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute

19-May-22 18:00

Uproar Around Tajuddin's Appointment As Indonesian Ambassador

The appointment of Dato' Sri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman as ambassador to Indonesia has drawn criticism from the political, civil, and diplomatic community. We discuss Tajuddin's political career, past gaffes, and the reactions behind his appointment. Next, we look at Malaysia and Indonesia's current relationship with a look at the role of the ambassador.


Image Source: Shahjehan, Shutterstock

Produced by: Alia Zefri, Natasha Fusil

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn


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Categories:  politics,  international,  government,  controversies

Tags:  evening edition,  inside story,  tajuddin abdul rahman,  ambassador,  diplomat,  indonesia, 


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