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Statement on the Assassination of Prime Minister Abe

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe delivers remarks at the inauguration of Hudson Institute headquarters on March 30, 2016. Also pictured is Distinguished Fellow Ken Weinstein, former president and CEO. (Photo credit: James O'Gara)
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Prime Minister Shinzo Abe delivers remarks at the inauguration of Hudson Institute headquarters on March 30, 2016. Also pictured is Distinguished Fellow Ken Weinstein, former president and CEO. (Photo credit: James O'Gara)

WASHINGTON—Hudson Institute released the following statement from President and CEO John Walters on the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe:

The assassination of Prime Minister Abe is shocking and heartbreaking. Abe-san was a "transformative leader of Japan, a true ally of the United States and, for nearly two decades, a close friend of Hudson Institute We share his vision and commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, to national and economic security, and to the defense of Taiwan’s democracy. Our prayers are with his family and the people of Japan."

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