In what Southeast Asian country did the Chinese purchase most of the principal offices of state and hold the position of the royal favorite of the king?

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Thailand, also known as Siam, was the Southeast Asian country where the Chinese purchased most of the principal offices of state and held the position of the royal favorite of the king. This was especially true during the reign of King Narai the Great (1656-1688), who had a close relationship with a Greek adventurer Constantine Phaulkon, who in turn had a number of Chinese advisors and supporters. The Chinese also played an important role in trade and commerce in Thailand.

In What Southeast Asian Country Did the Chinese Purchase Most