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Press Conference by the Prime Minister (2) (Information Regarding the Release of Mr. Jumpei Yasuda)
October 24, 2018
Photograph of the Prime Minister holding the press conference
[Provisional Translation]
On October 24, 2018, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe held a press conference at the Prime Minister’s Office.
With regard to information regarding the release of Mr. Jumpei Yasuda, the Prime Minister said,
“It was confirmed that the individual released was Mr. Jumpei Yasuda. I have received reports that he is talking with Embassy personnel in good spirits. We are taking steps so that Mr. Yasuda returns to Japan as soon as the preparations are complete.
I have just made telephone calls to Emir Tamim of Qatar and President Erdoğan of Turkey, who lent their cooperation for the rescue and protection of Mr. Yasuda, and expressed my gratitude to them. On behalf of the people of Japan, I would like to convey our deep appreciation to the leaders of countries around the world, including Qatar and Turkey, our friends, and all other partners concerned who have extended us their cooperation.”
