New heath minister Masuzoe known for outspokenness

New heath minister Masuzoe known for outspokenness

TOKYO, Japan - New Health, Labor and Welfare Minister Yoichi Masuzoe speaks at his inaugural press conference on Aug. 27. A House of Councillors lawmaker, Masuzoe has drawn public attention for his scathing comments on Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and his Cabinet members during the July 29 upper house election campaign.

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