Farm minister rejects to step down

Farm minister rejects to step down

At a press conference in Tokyo on Nov. 8, 2016, farm minister Yuji Yamamoto rejects calls from the opposition bloc to step down for his remarks about steamrolling the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade pact and related bills through parliament. While apologizing for his gaffe, Yamamoto said he will perform his duties. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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