DeGette statement on death of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following is a statement from U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), co-chair of the Congressional Study Group on Japan, on the death of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe:

"As co-chair of the Congressional Study Group on Japan, I send my deepest condolences to the Japanese people on the tragic loss of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. I had the privilege of knowing Prime Minister Abe for many years and was always impressed by his ability to stabilize Japanese politics after the 2012 earthquake and his unwavering commitment to deepening the relationship between the U.S. and Japan. My heart goes out to his wife, Akie, and their entire family as they mourn his loss."