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On the Passing of Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

This is a profound tragedy, both for Japan and for the world. Prime Minister Abe was a realist, a nationalist, and a man of vision, however controversial. He made major contributions to the US-Japan alliance, and showed a remarkable ability to connect with both Republican and Democratic leaders in the US. He deepened a foundation of trust across the Pacific, both through personal diplomacy and astute speechmaking, on which Prime Minister Kishida can build. We are honored at his association, and that of his family, with SAIS across the years.

Image: Prime Minister Abe viewing the picture of his grandfather with US Secretary of State Christian Herter, the co-founder of SAIS, and signature of the US-Japan Security in 1960. (January 19, 2020)