Statement by Prime Minister Kishida: Condolences on the Demise of the Amir of the State of Kuwait, His Highness Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

[Provisional translation]

1. We cannot help but be deeply saddened to learn of the passing of His Highness Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir of the State of Kuwait. On behalf of the Government of Japan and the Japanese people, I extend our deepest condolences to the Government and people of the State of Kuwait.
2. His Highness Sheikh Nawaf played an important role in building close relationships with other countries and achieving peace and stability in the Gulf region and the Middle East. His Highness Sheikh Nawaf also dedicated his efforts to domestic reconciliation and the maintenance of peace and stability in the Middle East region with his outstanding wisdom and tolerance.
3. The passing of His Highness Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah is not only a great loss for the people of Kuwait, but also for the international community. Japan will always stand with Kuwait, while the people of Kuwait overcome this great sadness.