Shinzo Abe was “giving no imperative indications” when he was taken to emergency clinic, said reports.
Japanese previous top state leader Shinzo Abe was shot on Friday while crusading in the city of Nara, an administration representative said.
Here are the responses:
US Ambassador Rahm Emanuel: “Abe-san has been a remarkable head of Japan and immovable partner of the United States. The US government and American individuals are appealing to God for the prosperity of Abe-san, his family, and individuals of Japan.”
Australian PM Anthony Albanese tweeted: “Stunning news from Japan that previous PM Shinzo Abe has been shot – our contemplations are with his family and individuals of Japan right now.”
Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi: “The priest has communicated her feelings for the sake of G20 unfamiliar pastors to the Japanese unfamiliar clergyman.”
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-Wen: “I accept everybody is basically as shocked and miserable as I am. Taiwan and Japan are both vote based nations with law and order. For the benefit of my administration, I might want to denounce vicious and unlawful demonstrations harshly.
“Previous Prime Minister Abe isn’t just an old buddy of mine, yet in addition a resolute companion of Taiwan’s. He has upheld Taiwan for a long time and pulled out all the stops to advance the advancement of Taiwan-Japan relations.”
Remarks
(This story has not been altered by NDTV staff and is auto-produced from a partnered feed.)