[4] He is a member of the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO), a major party in the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition.

His progressive political views can be seen through various initiatives that he brought forward including supporting English medium school, organising interfaith dialogue, and becoming the chairman for Kuala Lumpur International Youth Discourse (KLIYD).

[citation needed] After leaving university, Azwan started his career in 1999 with Ernst & Young, Chartered Accountants at the Kuala Lumpur Office and held senior positions in the Business Assurance and Corporate Recovery divisions.

[citation needed] Azwan started his career in 1999 with Ernst & Young, Chartered Accountants at Kuala Lumpur Office and held senior positions in Business Assurance and Corporate Recovery divisions.

[8][12] Azwan has expressed support for the principle of Wasattiyah (Moderation) aligning with policies promoted the Prime Minister Najib Tun Razak.

[13][6][14][15] In the most recent years, Azwan has urged for greater efforts to upskill convicted drug addicts to ensure they can integrate back into society.

[16] Azwan has also voiced his concern on issues of religious extremism, climate change, sustainable energy and the need to prepare the youth for the jobs of the future.

In an article in the New Straits Times, Azwan said: "For as much as you can express your wants and opinions, you must also listen to others and follow the traditions set to make sure everyone gets a fair chance.

KLIYD aims to provide a platform for youth to discuss issues concerning them and the nation, such as security and cultural challenges.

[26][27] The discourse has created awareness amongst youth of the importance of total security in maintaining a stable and prosperous nation.

[28][29] Azwan was mentioned in a press conference by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission on 8 January 2020 regarding audio recordings linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal.