DFA condoles with Japan on Abe tragedy
THE Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) yesterday expressed its deepest condolences to the Japanese government and its people on the tragic death of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
In a statement posted on the official twitter account of the DFA, it said “it is with profound sadness that we learn of the passing of former PM ABE Shinzo. ”
“We express our deepest condolences to the Japanese government and people on his tragic death. We send our most heartfelt sympathy to Mme Akie Abe and their family.”
The DFA is praying for the comfort of the Prime Minister’s family in this most difficult time.
Mr. Abe was greatly admired by many Filipinos, the DFA statement said.
“We thank him for his key role in the strengthening of Philippines-Japan relations and for establishing a very deep bond of friendship with our country.”
The DFA added “Mr. Abe will be very much missed and always remembered.”
