Japan's PM admitted to hospital after resigning - 13 Sep 07

[cf292007]

i also believe that the new PM should not issue the new mandate

[nakiacc]

Abe tried his best

best wishes for him

[armaxwell]

It's a shame... Abe was trying to improve relations with China and take a more prominent role in world affairs. He was let down again and again by corrupt and insular ministers, the bane of Japanese politics.

[afundie]

I hope he's alright.

[vidensodoacer]

I do so very hope that the new PM of Japan does *not* issue a new mandate to keep the Japanese oil tankers refilling the USA fleet in the area.