Yosano dismisses speculation he might succeed Aso

Yosano dismisses speculation he might succeed Aso

TOKYO, Japan - Finance Minister Kaoru Yosano, who is now at the helm of the nation's economic policies, speaks during an interview with Kyodo News and other news organizations on Feb. 26. Yosano played down speculation that he may replace unpopular Prime Minister Taro Aso in the near future.

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