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Message of condolence by Foreign Minister IWAYA on the passing of Former Deputy Secretary Armitage
April 15, 2025
On April 15, Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi issued the following message of condolence on the passing of Ambassador Richard Lee Armitage, Former Deputy Secretary of State.
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ambassador Richard Armitage. He made an immense contribution to strengthening the Japan-U.S. Alliance amidst a turbulent international environment. I would like to once again express my deep respect for his tireless efforts in promoting bipartisan understanding of Japan in the United States, and extend my heartfelt condolences.
Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, IWAYA Takeshi