HM King condoles with Emperor of Japan

Manama, July 8 (BNA): His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today sent a cable of condolences to the Emperor of Japan, Naruhito, following the passing of the former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe, in a shooting incident earlier today. HM the King extended sincere condolences and consolation to HM the Emperor, the friendly Japanese people and the family of the deceased, expressing condemnation of the criminal act that contravenes human principles and values. HM King Hamad commended the efforts exerted by the late Prime Minister to further enhance the solid Bahraini-Japanese relations, as well as advance his country, wishing his family and relatives patience and fortitude.