Japan PM thanks Moldovans for support
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Prime Minister of Japan Naoto Kan thanks the Republic of Moldova for the warm words of condolence, the financial assistance offered and the paper cranes made to support those affected by the earthquake. “We have a large amount of contribution from the Government of the Republic of Moldova, companies and individuals. Support has come from individuals, who made thoughtful paper cranes. Thanks to efforts by a lot of singers, musicians, dancers and organizers, a charity concert for earthquake/tsunami victims was held in Chisinau. I wish to express our sincere thanks for all the sympathy and assistance extended to us,” the Premier says in a letter, quoted by Info-Prim Neo.
Since March 11, Japan has been strongly supported by the international community and its friends around the world. “On behalf of the Japanese people, I would like to express my sincerest gratitude for the outpouring of support and solidarity we have received from over 130 countries, nearly 40 international organizations, numerous NGOs, and countless individuals from all parts of the world. The Japanese people deeply appreciate the Kizuna (a Japanese word for “bonds of friendship”) that has been shown to us by friends around the world. Through this hardship, we have also come to truly understand the meaning of "a friend in need is a friend indeed",” said the Prime Minister.
Bringing the situation at the Fukushima Dai-ichi plant under control at the earliest possible date is currently a top priority, says the Premier. “ I have mobilized all available resources to combat the risks posed by the plant. We have taken highly precautionary measures so that the safety of all Japanese food and products that reach the market has been and will continue to be ensured. In order to assure domestic and foreign consumer confidence in the safety of Japanese food and products, my administration will redouble its efforts to maintain transparency and keep everyone informed of our progress in the complex and evolving circumstances at the Fukushima Dai-ichi plant,” it is said in the letter.
“I pledge that the Japanese Government will promptly and thoroughly verify the cause of this incident, as well as share information and the lessons learned with the rest of the world in order to prevent such accidents from occurring in the future. Through the “Rebirth of Japan” I would like to present a clear vision to the entire world – that includes the aggressive promotion of clean energy - that may contribute to solving global energy issues.”
The Great East Japan Earthquake and the resulting tsunami are the worst natural disasters that Japan has faced since the end of the Second World War. Reconstruction of the devastated Tohoku region will not be easy. ‘The Government will dedicate itself to demonstrating to the world its ability to establish the most sophisticated reconstruction plans for East Japan, based on three principles: first, create a regional society that is highly resistant to natural disasters; second, establish a social system that allows people to live in harmony with the global environment; and third, build a compassionate society that cares about people, in particular, the vulnerable,” said Naoto Kan.
“I believe that the best way for Japan to reciprocate the strong Kizuna and cordial friendship extended to us by the international community is to continue our contribution to the development of the international community. To that end, I will work to the best of my ability to realize a “forward-looking” reconstruction that gives people bright hopes for the future. I would wholeheartedly appreciate your continued support and cooperation.” .
The March 11 disaster left more than 27,000 people dead or missing, including foreign citizens.