Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday sent a message of condolence to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba over the passing of former Japanese Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama. In his message, Xi also extended sympathies to Murayama's family.
Though concise, the gesture speaks volumes about the enduring ties between neighboring nations. Diplomatic experts note that such expressions of sympathy reinforce goodwill and highlight a shared commitment to respect and dialogue in East Asia.
In recent years, moments like these serve as reminders that behind every headline lie personal stories of loss and remembrance—moments that transcend borders and underscore the universal values of empathy and solidarity.
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