TOKYO -- New Toshiba President Taro Shimada skipped the typical Japanese modesty when saying why he is fit to lead the troubled industrial group.
"I am the first president to understand digital technology," Shimada told reporters earlier this month.
Toshiba in turmoil
New Toshiba chief says he's the first to understand digital
Shimada faces test with investors at shareholders meeting Thursday
Taro Shimada speaks at his inaugural news conference as Toshiba president on March 1. (Photo courtesy of Toshiba)
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