Australian PM Scott Morrison praises Shinzo Abe

Shinzo Abe says he is resigning as Japan's prime minister for health reasons.

Shinzo Abe says he is resigning as Japan's prime minister for health reasons. Source: Yomiuri Shimbun

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has praised Shinzo Abe, describing his as a champion of peace and freedom in the region.



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