Japan industry minister reviewing finances amid funds scandal

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

56% : Yasutoshi Nishimura, who heads the powerful Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, told a press conference he had "not been told anything at this time, so I would like to continue fulfilling my duties".
36% : Public support for Kishida's government has slid to the lowest since he took office two years ago, on issues including the LDP's connections to a controversial religious organisation, rising costs of living, looming tax hikes and disappointment at his efforts to spur the economy.

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