Farm minister won't quit over kickback allegations

Farm minister won't quit over kickback allegations

TOKYO, Japan - Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Tadamori Oshima speaks at a press conference at his ministry in Tokyo on Oct. 18 about allegations that his secretary took kickbacks from construction companies and brokers in return for helping them get contracts for public works projects. (Kyodo)

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