Japan-Germany Relations
Messages of Condolences issued by Prime Minister ISHIBA Shigeru and Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi following the passing of H.E. Prof. Dr. Horst KÖHLER, former President of the Federal Republic of Germany
February 4, 2025
Following the passing of H.E. Prof. Dr. Horst KÖHLER, former President of the Federal Republic of Germany, on February 1, Prime Minister ISHIBA Shigeru conveyed a message of condolence to H.E. Mr. Olaf SCHOLZ, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. In addition, Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi sent a message of condolence to H.E. Ms. Annalena BAERBOCK, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany.
In their messages, they expressed their sincere condolences and paid tribute to Prof. Dr. Köhler for his significant contributions in fostering the development of Japan-Germany relations.