FRC chief Ochi quits

TOKYO, Japan - Financial Reconstruction Commission (FRC) Chairman Michio Ochi (C) speaks to reporters after tendering his resignation to Prime Minister Keizo Obuchi on Feb. 25. ''My careless remarks have created a stir, and I believe my resignation would solve the problem,'' Ochi said.

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