President William Ruto has spoken up in support of his extensive travels around the world, asserting that these trips have been beneficial for the country’s economy.
Mr. Ruto has faced criticism for taking more foreign trips in a single year than any of his predecessors.
According to local media, he has visited 38 countries since assuming office in September 2022.
In a recent address, Mr. Ruto explained that these trips have allowed him to create job opportunities for Kenyans and secure various bilateral agreements aimed at expanding markets for local products.
“There are people on my case as to why I am making foreign trips.
That’s my mandate as the president.
I am the chief agent of Kenya and ambassador who will plan on how the country will move forward,” Mr. Ruto emphasized during a church gathering.
The president also highlighted his achievements, citing the creation of 350,000 job opportunities and investment prospects for Kenyans through recent visits to Saudi Arabia and China.
Some media outlets have nicknamed Mr. Ruto “the flying president” due to his frequent international journeys.