Scandal-hit farm minister Akagi effectively sacked

Scandal-hit farm minister Akagi effectively sacked

TOKYO, Japan - Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Norihiko Akagi (R) is seen off by farm ministry officials as he leaves the ministry after his resignation. Earlier in the day, Akagi submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to take responsibility for a series of political fund scandals.

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