Fujitsu chairman quits following ‘woman-related inappropriate conduct’ (opens original article in a new tab)

Fujitsu Chairman Hidenori Furuta has resigned following reports of 'woman-related inappropriate conduct', with his candidacy for a non-executive director role withdrawn. The company did not provide further details about his conduct or replacement.

• Fujitsu Chairman Hidenori Furuta resigned due to 'woman-related inappropriate conduct'
• Furuta's candidacy for non-executive director was withdrawn
• Japanese conglomerates have seen other executives resign or be dismissed over misconduct