Prime Minister expressed her condolences on the death of prominent Japanese politician Shinzo Abe
Today, Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė has signed a book of condolence at the Embassy of Japan on the loss of Shinzo Abe, former Prime Minister of Japan.
‘It is with profound shock and deep sadness that I learned about the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
On behalf of the Government and people of Lithuania, I express my sincere condolences to Mr. Shinzo Abe’s family and friends, and to all the people of Japan as you mourn such a devastating loss. His assassination shocked Japan, and the whole world. We lost a true leader and a champion of democracy.
Lithuania greatly values the partnership with Japan which was strengthened under Mr. Abe’s tenure as Prime Minister. His visit in Lithuania in 2018 touched the hearts of many Lithuanians and is still remembered with the warmest memories.
At this difficult moment, Lithuania stands with Japan in honouring the late Mr. Abe. I wish continued strength to his family and to all the people of Japan. Shinzo Abe will be missed in Lithuania and across the world’, reads the letter of condolences.