Government spokesman Chai Watcharong said that the prime minister met with the Thai community at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in San Francisco on November 17, where he also shared his personal experiences in the US.
Srettha expressed pleasure in meeting the Thai citizens, and dwelt on his own past as a student in San Francisco for six years. He shared his challenges in finding a job in the US, which led to his return to Thailand and working for a foreign company. Srettha acknowledged that his own children were working abroad, and expressed his desire to see them return if better opportunities were available.
The PM highlighted the importance of attracting Thai talent back to the country and encouraging foreign investments. He emphasised the significance of agriculture as a dignified profession and the need to elevate its status to bring Thai workers back.
Chai said the prime minister…
