[Title] Message of condolence by Prime Minister Ishiba on the passing of Professor Joseph S. Nye
I would like to express my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Professor Nye of Harvard University. Professor Nye possessed profound insight into the Japan-U.S. Alliance and made significant contributions to its strengthening through his dialogues and policy recommendations. I would like to once again express my respect for his significant achievements and, remembering his many years of dedication to strengthening Japan-U.S. relations, on behalf of the Government and people of Japan, offer my heartfelt prayers for the repose of his soul.