Japan's agriculture minister resigns over his inappropriate...

Japan's agriculture minister resigns over his inappropriate remark about buying rice

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Japan's agriculture minister, Taku Eto, resigned after making an insensitive remark about receiving rice as gifts amidst soaring prices, sparking public outrage. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba accepted the resignation, acknowledging responsibility for the appointment. The gaffe occurred as Japan grapples with rice shortages attributed to poor harvests and rising production costs, further challenging Ishiba's government before upcoming elections.

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