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Message of condolence by Foreign Minister IWAYA on the passing of former U.S. Ambassador to Japan Michael H. Armacost
March 18, 2025
On March 18, Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi issued the following message of condolence on the passing of H.E.Mr. Michael H. Armacost, Former Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of United States of America to Japan
“I was deeply saddened to hear the passing of Ambassador Michael H. Armacost. Ambassador Armacost significantly contributed to strengthening the Japan-U.S. Alliance as U.S. Ambassador to Japan from 1989 to 1993. I express my heartfelt condolences to Ambassador Armacost, renewing my sincere respects for his achievements.”