Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi visited Tokyo, Japan on 27th September 2022. He participated in the State Funeral of former PM Shinzo Abe. Prime Minister met Japanese Prime Minister Mr. Kishida & extended his deepest condolences on the untimely demise of former PM Shinzo Abe. PM also held a bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Mr. Fumio Kishida, reaffirming his commitment to further strengthening of India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership. Also had a useful exchange on further enhancing bilateral relations and working together towards the realization of a free, open & inclusive Indo-Pacific. India had announced one-day national mourning on 09 July 2022 as a mark of respect to former PM Abe. The visit was an opportunity to honour his memory.