Members of US Congress Protest Japanese Whaling. Whaling opponents call for end to Japanese scientific whale hunt. Door prised open for commercial whaling to resume. Japanese whaling programme slammed . Our whale vote was bought, says Minister.
Japan denies whale sanctuary bribery claim.
Lee rejects Maori criticism. No consultation on santuary - Taiaroa. Lee confident whaling ban will remain in place. Japan blasts Australia on whale haven plan. Whaling Nations Scuttle Sanctuary Proposal .