A maverick at home, Japan’s new foreign minister set for softer approach abroad

August 03, 2017 1:07 PM

TOKYO (REUTERS) – Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s pick for his new foreign minister, Mr Taro Kono, is known for his close ties with Washington and his reputation as a political maverick who does not shy away from speaking his mind, even on politically sensitive issues.

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