Yasuo Fukuda 福田康夫

Xi Jinping noted that Yasuo Fukuda signed the fourth political document between China and Japan with the Chinese side during his tenure.

Xi Jinping noted that Mr. Fukuda was a Japanese statesman of integrity and responsibility, as well as an old friend of the Chinese people. He had long been committed to friendship between China and Japan and upheld a correct view of history. During his tenure, he signed the fourth China-Japan political document with the Chinese side, establishing important principles for the development of bilateral relations. Mr. Fukuda also served as chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia, playing an important role in promoting exchanges and cooperation in Asia. China will remember Mr. Fukuda's contributions to China-Japan relations and Asia's development. We hope his family will carry forward his wishes and continue to devote themselves to friendship between China and Japan. We hope those in power in Japan will cherish the dedication and efforts of the older generation of statesmen, abide by the four China-Japan political documents, and earnestly safeguard the political foundation of bilateral relations.