218 SDF members, defense bureaucrats disciplined over scandals

Japan's Defense Ministry said Friday it has disciplined 218 Self-Defense Forces members and senior bureaucrats in connection with a spate of issues including the mishandling of classified information, and eating and drinking in base cafeterias without paying.The individuals subject to disciplinary actions are also accused of abuse of power. Among them, 11 were dismissed, two were demoted, 83 were suspended, 14 received pay cuts and seven were given a formal reprimand. The others were just admonished or warned.With the scandals mainly affecting the Maritime Self-Defense Force, Adm. Ryo Sakai…READ FULL ARTICLE