President William Ruto has shot down critics questioning the benefits of his multiple trips out of the country.
Speaking on Sunday, October 29 during the Anglican Church of Kenya((ACK) Anniversary Service in Uasin Gishu County, the Head of State noted that his job as the president entailed travelling to various countries.
Further, he noted that he was the sole ambassador of the country and was travelling to other countries to represent the nation and seek employment opportunities for Kenyans.
“There are people who are complaining and questioning why I keep going on these different trips. That is what my job entails as the president of Kenya. I am the chief agent of this country.
“I am the ambassador of Kenya. This country is going to change, I promise you. We are a blessed nation,” Ruto stated.
Moreover, Ruto compared his travels to that of ACK Bishop Ole Sapit who was in the congregation asking him to explain to Kenyans why his trips were very important.
“Bishop please defend me to this Kenyans because you also travel for work. When I travel even for two days to get jobs for these people, they start making noise,” he added with a chuckle.
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Ruto on Going Back to Saudi Arabia
At the same time, Ruto recapped his recent trip to Saudi Arabia stating that he was able to secure 350,000 job opportunities for Kenyans.
Further, he added that he would be going back to Riyadh in the following three weeks to secure more investment and employment opportunities.
“When I was recently in China, President Xi Jinping welcomed us and said China will help Kenya. He made my work there easier.
“I was also able to secure opportunities in Saudi Arabia. They know that we are the best and I will be going back to get Kenyans more opportunities there,” he added.
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Mwaura Defends Ruto’s Foreign Trips
Earlier on October 28, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura highlighted the importance of the trips noting that the head of state had brough many fortunes for the country because of the foreign trips.
Also, he brushed off the criticism against Ruto adding that it was common for Head of State to go on such trips.
“When Ruto assumed the presidency of Kenya, the nation was facing financial challenges. It is common for heads of state to engage in such international trips to negotiate debt agreements.
“These diplomatic missions have resulted in tangible gains, including improved electricity and road infrastructure,” Mwaura stated.
