Japan PM Says Agriculture Minister's Remarks 'Inappropriate' but Must Still Fulfill Duties

Japan's prime minister has weighed in on controversial remarks by the agriculture minister, calling them "inappropriate" while stressing that the head of the agriculture portfolio must still fulfill the duties assigned to him.

The comments come as public attention in Japan focuses on statements made by the minister in charge of agriculture. According to the prime minister, despite language deemed inappropriate, the minister must still "fully carry out his duties."

The information was reported in a news flash by Kyodo News. No further details are currently available about the specific content of the controversial remarks or any next steps from the government.