Sanae Takaichi: “The killing is extremely brutal and heinous.”

I believe increasing the competitiveness of Japan’s economy will ultimately lead to trust in the yen.

Japan has lodged a protest with U.S. authorities and called the crime 'exceptionally brutal and vicious'.

China is an important neighbor, and despite difficulties, we have built up a long-standing relationship over the years.

We will work to ensure communication on shared challenges, promote dialogue to safeguard our national interests, and build a constructive relationship.