Trump proposes seasoned diplomat as Malaysia envoy instead of ‘alpha male’
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President Donald Trump has nominated Joshua Harris, a career Middle East diplomat, to be the U.S. ambassador to Malaysia. This follows the withdrawal of the previous nominee, conservative commentator Nick Adams, whose nomination lapsed in the Senate after drawing protests in Malaysia due to his controversial statements. The change signals a shift toward a more traditional diplomatic approach in the Muslim-majority country.
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Malaysia is strategically located in the South China Sea.
US President Donald Trump nominated Joshua Harris for the Kuala Lumpur posting.
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The United States has turned to a career Middle East diplomat for its next ambassador to Malaysia.
South China Morning Post- Malaysia is strategically located in the South China Sea.
- Avoiding controversy maintains US influence in ASEAN.
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Loaded language removedThe United States has turned to a career Middle East diplomat for its next ambassador to Malaysia, a change in tone after an earlier nominee known for his assertive style, pro-Israel posts and commentary on cultural issues led to opposition in the Muslim-majority country.
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The United States has turned to a career Middle East diplomat for its next ambassador to Malaysia.
South China Morning PostUS President Donald Trump nominated Joshua Harris for the Kuala Lumpur posting.
South China Morning PostThe previous nomination of Australian-born conservative commentator Nick Adams lapsed in the Senate.
South China Morning PostThe earlier nominee drew protests in the Muslim-majority country.
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