The premier's appointment of his eldest son as one of his executive secretaries had previously set off accusations of nepotism. Read more at straitstimes.com.
TOKYO – Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s separation of work and personal life has come under scrutiny over his son’s sightseeing and shopping while on official duty.with an eye on grooming him as his successor. The appointment had set off accusations of nepotism, even though hereditary politics is common in Japan.
He added: “Purchasing souvenirs for the Prime Minister can be included in the normal duties of an executive secretary.” “Politicians buy souvenirs when they travel overseas,” he said, adding that he has been on the receiving end as well.
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