The World - News from May 13, 1986
Canadian Industry Minister Sinclair Stevens resigned as controversy increased over a reported conflict of interest between his duties and private business. Prime Minister Brian Mulroney agreed to Stevens’ request for an independent inquiry. The former official has faced opposition attacks since it was disclosed that his wife got a $2.6-million loan from a wealthy businessman with direct connections to a company awarded grants by Stevens’ ministry.
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