Ruto allies defend foreign trips, term them as strategic

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula during an empowerment programme in Shinyalu Constituency, Kakamega County. [Benard Lusigi, Standard]

Allies of President William Ruto have strongly defended his frequent foreign trips, dismissing claims by critics that the visits are unnecessary and insisting they are critical to attracting investment, creating jobs and strengthening Kenya's economy.

Speaking during a widows' empowerment programme at Mukhonye Primary School in Shinyalu Constituency, Kakamega County, leaders led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet and several legislators said the President's international engagements are part of a deliberate strategy to position Kenya as a competitive investment destination.

The leaders accused the opposition of focusing on criticism while failing to provide solutions to the challenges facing Kenyans.