‘A true friend to Hawaii’: Flags to fly at half-staff in Shinzo Abe’s honor

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Flags in Hawaii fly at half-staff by means of Sunday in remembrance of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated at a marketing campaign occasion Thursday.

Gov. David Ige mentioned he was devastated by the information of Abe’s demise.

“This mindless act of violence has taken the lifetime of a real good friend of Hawaii,” Ige mentioned.

“Daybreak and I lengthen our deepest condolences to the individuals of Japan, Prime Minster Abe’s spouse, Akie and the relations and buddies of this world chief who exemplified the aloha spirit and lived his life in search of peace.”

Leaders around the globe have additionally expressed shock at Abe’s deadly capturing and provided their condolences.

Former President Barack Obama mentioned Abe was “dedicated to each the nation he served and the extraordinary alliance between america and Japan.”

Hawaii’s mayors mentioned Abe’s demise was a loss to the world.

“The tragic demise of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is a devastating blow to these around the globe who admired his rules when it got here to management and democracy,” mentioned Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi.

“He was a towering worldwide determine and a champion for peace not solely within the Indo-Pacific area, however in international locations throughout the globe. Mr. Abe labored tirelessly to strengthen the bond between Japan and the state of Hawai’i and prioritized the continued pursuit of reconciliation between our two nations.”

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