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UPDATED Oct 14, 2026 at 9:08 AM ET
Oct 14, 2026 at 1:06 AM ET
Japan agriculture minister resigns over vote-buying allegations
By The BriefBrief · Sources (5)
Japanese Agriculture Minister Kazuo Yana tendered his resignation on Wednesday after allegations of possible vote-buying, becoming the first minister in Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government to quit over a scandal. Yana said he acted out of concern that remaining in office could hold up parliament and his ministerial duties. A replacement was expected to be announced on Oct. 15.
WHO: Japanese Agriculture Minister Kazuo Yana
WHAT: tendered his resignation after allegations of possible vote-buying.
WHEN: Oct 14, 2026
WHERE: Japan
WHY: Yana said he resigned out of concern that holding office could hold up parliament and his ministerial duties.
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