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Hun Sen giving out pricey watches at Asean summit

A view of the mechanism of a wristwatch intended as a souvenir for world leaders gathering at the Asean summit. (Hun Sen official Facebook page via Reuters)

PHNOM PENH: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, an aficionado of luxury watches, will hand out intricate, locally made timepieces as souvenirs for world leaders at the Asean summit this week.

Hun Sen, who has ruled Cambodia for 37 years, has faced public scrutiny in recent years after being photographed wearing luxury watches, including by Patek Philippe and Richard Mille, that cost more than $1 million each, while much of the country struggles with poverty.

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