Thai PM Srettha defends frequent overseas travel

Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. - Photo: Reuters File

BANGKOK: Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin (pic) defended his frequent globe-trotting during his first 10 months as leader of the Southeast Asian nation, in remarks aired in a television broadcast on Saturday (June 22).

A real estate tycoon and political newcomer who became prime minister in August last year, Srettha made 15 overseas visits and pledged a two-month halt in March in response to public criticism.