• durgesh dubey
• 07 Sep, 2024

PM Modi

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi met with Mrs. Abe, wife of former Japanese Prime Minister, Late Shinzo Abe. During the meeting, Shri Modi fondly recalled his close personal friendship with the late Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe and highlighted Abe San’s strong belief in the potential of India-Japan relations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed deep appreciation for Mrs. Abe’s continued association with India.

The Prime Minister posted on X;

“Pleased to meet Mrs. Abe this afternoon. Recalled my close personal friendship with former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan. Abe San’s belief in the potential of India-Japan relations will remain a source of enduring strength for us. Deeply appreciate Mrs. Abe’s continuing association with India.”

On March 8, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Akie Abe, widow of Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and reflected on the late leader's significant role in strengthening India-Japan relations.

Shinzo Abe, 67, passed away on July 8, 2022, after being fatally shot during a campaign speech in Nara, Japan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met with Akie Abe, recalling his deep personal friendship with Abe.

Abe was assassinated during his campaign, with the perpetrator reportedly targeting him over perceived connections to the Unification Church, which had received large donations from the shooter’s mother.

Jaishankar also took to X to share a photo with Akie Abe, writing, "My meeting with Mrs. Akie Abe brought back many memories of PM Shinzo Abe and his dedication to fostering India-Japan relations. As our partnership evolves, Abe’s strategic vision will always remain a guiding influence."