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TOKYO, Sept 30 (KUNA) -- Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga on Wednesday expressed his sincere condolences to the government and people of Kuwait on the demise of Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, saying it is a serious loss for the international community.
"I was extremely saddened to hear the news of the demise of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. I would like to extend, on behalf of the government and the people of Japan, my sincere condolences to the government and people of Kuwait," Suga said in a message released by the government.
"Since the ascension in 2006, His Highness the Amir had led the social and economic development of Kuwait. With the close relationships with countries across the world and outstanding wisdom that he had cultivated over many years as Minister for Foreign Affairs and Prime Minister, His Highness had also played an important role for realizing peace and stability of the Middle East," the premier said, adding that the late Amir was a highly respected leader from all over the world.
Highlighting a state visit to Japan by His Highness in 2012, Suga expressed appreciation for great consideration Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad had given to strengthening relations between Japan and Kuwait, such as the generous and warm assistance during the large-scale disasters in Japan, including the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.
"The demise of His Highness, who was a great and wise leader, is a great loss not only to the Kuwaiti people but also to the international community. Japan is always with Kuwait as the people of Kuwait overcome their sorrow," Suga added. (end)
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