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2009 PRESS RELEASE

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Press Office - PR#65–2009, August 3, 2009


Statement by Prime Minister Taro Aso on the passing of

Former President Corazon Aquino of the Philippines

 

 

 

Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso made the following statement on Saturday August 1st on the demise of former President Corazon Aquino of the Philippines .

 

“Upon learning of the demise of former President Corazon Aquino of the Philippines, I would like to express, on behalf of the Government and people of Japan, my sincere condolences to the Government and people of the Philippines.

Ms. Aquino was a symbol of the restoration of democracy in the Philippines and contributed to the promotion of the friendship between Japan and the Philippines for many years.

I would like to reiterate our deepest respect for Ms. Aquino's extensive achievements.”

 

Japanese Ambassador Makoto Katsura also extends sincere condolences and deepest sympathies.

 

 

 

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