TOKYO: Two of the five women in Shinzo Abe's Japanese cabinet resigned Monday beset by allegations of misusing political funds, dealing a blow to the prime minister's efforts to boost the profile of women.
"(Economy Trade and Industry Minister Obuchi and Justice Minister Matsushima submitted resignations," he said.
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