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Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe, architect of the Quad, author of the “free and open Indo-Pacific” concept was shot dead while giving a speech.
Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe died in hospital after he was shot at a political campaign event while giving a speech
Shinzo Abe was shot at twice while he was giving a speech in the southern city of Nara on Friday morning and instantly collapsed when a bullet hit him on the neck and traveled elsewhere.
Mr. Abe was said to be conscious and responsive in the minutes after the attack, but the 67-year-old’s situation later deteriorated and he received a blood transfusion in hospital, according to reports. He later succumbed to his wounds.
The Fire and Disaster Management Agency had earlier said that Mr Abe had a bullet wound on the right of his neck, and also suffered subcutaneous bleeding under the left part of his chest.
Local media reports say that Nara is believed to be a former member of Japan’s Maritime Self-Defense Force, Japan’s equivalent of a navy.
Mr Abe’s speech came as part of a campaign for his former party, the Liberal Democratic Party, as upper house elections in Japan are due to take place later this week.
Ministers across the country were later told to return to Tokyo immediately, according to local reports.
“Officials at the hospital where former Japan PM Shinzo Abe died confirm he had no vital signs when he arrived. They tried resuscitation; Abe passed away at 5:03 pm local time. Doctors say he lost a lot of blood after gunshot wounds to his chest and neck” says NBC News.
Brahma Chellaney, author and thinker writes, “The assassin of Shinzo Abe, the architect of the Quad and the author of the “free and open Indo-Pacific” concept, has ensured that Abe’s legacy will live on forever. Abe, 67, was shot moments after this Kyodo picture was taken in the city of Nara. He died in hospital.
The assassin of Shinzo Abe, the architect of the Quad and the author of the "free and open Indo-Pacific" concept, has ensured that Abe's legacy will live on forever. Abe, 67, was shot moments after this Kyodo picture was taken in the city of Nara. He died in hospital. pic.twitter.com/eeGidmTslJ
— Brahma Chellaney (@Chellaney) July 8, 2022
Horrific visuals of the killing.
Former PM of Japan Shinzo Abe shot dead.
Visuals of the spot just after the incident.pic.twitter.com/vY6okpMrTU— Madhav Mantri (@madhavmantri) July 8, 2022
Even though Mr Abe had security, the shooter was still able to get close enough and kill him
On Japanese social media, the hashtag “We want democracy, not violence” was trending, with many social media users expressing their horror and disgust towards the incident.
The shooting of such a famous leader is stunning in a country that prides itself on being so safe.
Stunned Responses from India and the Globe
I am shocked and saddened beyond words at the tragic demise of one of my dearest friends, Shinzo Abe. He was a towering global statesman, an outstanding leader, and a remarkable administrator. He dedicated his life to make Japan and the world a better place.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 8, 2022
Deeply saddened by the demise of former PM of Japan, Shinzo Abe.
His role in strengthening the strategic relationship between India & Japan was commendable. He leaves behind a lasting legacy in the Indo-Pacific.
My condolences to his family & to the people of Japan.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 8, 2022
Incredibly sad news about Shinzo Abe.
His global leadership through unchartered times will be remembered by many. My thoughts are with his family, friends and the Japanese people.
The UK stands with you at this dark and sad time.
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) July 8, 2022
A wonderful person, great democrat and champion of the multilateral world order has passed away.
I mourn with his family, his friends and all the people of Japan.
This brutal and cowardly murder of @AbeShinzo shocks the whole world. pic.twitter.com/ztSJnlDsi6
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) July 8, 2022
Our deepest condolences on the demise of former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe.
He played a key role in strengthening Indo-Japanese ties.
We stand in solidarity with the people of Japan during this time of sorrow. pic.twitter.com/3Gqzm5PnQL
— Congress (@INCIndia) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe was a true friend of India, whose visionary view of his country’s role in the region involved the centrality of the Indo-Pacific. With his passing we have lost the strongest & most influential voice for Indo-Japanese relations. May he rest in peace. On Shanti. https://t.co/uOw4JjSHVA
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) July 8, 2022
Shinzo Abe is a Japanese politician who served as Prime Minister of Japan and President of the Liberal Democratic Party from 2006 to 2007 and again from 2012 to 2020. He was the longest-serving prime minister in Japanese history.
The assassination of Shinzo Abe former Japanese PM holds the world in shock in a fast-growing weaponized world. He was the architect of the Quad, author of the “free and open Indo-Pacific” concept, and nationalist, dynast, and championed a revival in the economic and military strength of a country that began to stagnate in the 1990s and strengthened Indo-Japan ties.