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I first met Abe San in 2007 and since then, we have had so many memorable interactions. I will cherish each of them: PM Narendra Modi

July 8, 2022.Reading time 1 minute.

PM Narendra Modi:

In the passing away of Mr. Abe, Japan and the world have lost a great visionary. And, I have lost a dear friend. A tribute to my friend Abe San…

I first met Abe San in 2007 and since then, we have had so many memorable interactions. I will cherish each of them.

Abe San energised the India-Japan relationship. He ensured that Japan is there side by side as New India accelerates its growth.

As far as global leadership is concerned, Abe San was ahead of his times. The Quad, the ASEAN-led forums, the Indo Pacific Oceans Initiative, the Asia-Africa Growth Corridor and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure all benefited from his contributions.

Click here to read ‘A tribute to my friend Abe San’ penned by PM Narendra Modi:

https://www.narendramodi.in/my-friend-abe-san-563044

Mr. Abe made an immense contribution to elevating India-Japan relations to the level of a Special Strategic and Global Partnership: PM Narendra Modi

July 8, 2022.Reading time 1 minute.

PM Narendra Modi:

I am shocked and saddened beyond words at the tragic demise of one of my dearest friends, Shinzo Abe.

He was a towering global statesman, an outstanding leader, and a remarkable administrator. He dedicated his life to make Japan and the world a better place.

My association with Mr. Abe goes back many years. I had got to know him during my tenure as Gujarat CM and our friendship continued after I became PM. His sharp insights on economy and global affairs always made a deep impression on me.

During my recent visit to Japan, I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Abe again and discuss many issues. He was witty and insightful as always. Little did I know that this would be our last meeting. My heartfelt condolences to his family and the Japanese people.

Mr. Abe made an immense contribution to elevating India-Japan relations to the level of a Special Strategic and Global Partnership. Today, whole India mourns with Japan and we stand in solidarity with our Japanese brothers and sisters in this difficult moment.

As a mark of our deepest respect for former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo, a one day national mourning shall be observed on 9 July 2022.

Sharing a picture from my most recent meeting with my dear friend, Shinzo Abe in Tokyo. Always passionate about strengthening India-Japan ties, he had just taken over as the Chairman of the Japan-India Association.