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Message of condolences from Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi regarding the tourist boat incident in the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam
July 20, 2025
On July 20, Foreign Minister IWAYA Takeshi sent the following message of condolences to H.E. Mr. Bui Thanh Son, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, regarding the tourist boat incident which occurred in Ha Long Bay, Viet Nam.
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of many precious lives due to the tourist boat incident which occurred in Ha Long Bay, Viet Nam.
I would like to express my heartfelt condolences about the lives lost and send my deepest sympathies to the bereaved families.
I also extend my sympathy to those who were involved in the incident and wish for the earliest possible rescue of those still missing.”