[Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda passed away, Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Deeply mourned] October 26th, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun hosted a regular press conference on October 26th. A reporter asked a question about the death of former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda. In this regard, Guo Jiakun said that we express our deep condolences for the death of former Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda and extend our sincere condolences to his family. Mr. Yasuo Fukuda is an old friend of the Chinese people and has made positive contributions to the improvement and development of Sino-Japanese relations. He has long been concerned about China-Japan friendship and upholds a correct view of history. During his tenure as prime minister, he signed the fourth political document between China and Japan. After leaving office, he visited the Memorial Hall for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by the Japanese Invaders. He has also served as chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia for a long time and played an important role in promoting exchanges and cooperation in Asia. Guo Jiakun pointed out that Mr. Yasuo Fukuda once pointed out that the four political documents between China and Japan stipulated the principles to be followed in the relations between the two countries, which must be kept in mind at all times and cannot go back. This statement was resounding and reflected the faith and responsibility of the older generation of Japanese politicians. Japan’s leaders should reflect deeply on themselves. (CCTV News)