AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday met with Emperor Naruhito of Japan at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.

 

King Abdullah and Emperor Naruhito discussed the deep-rooted friendship between the two countries, expressing pride in the advanced ties across various sectors, according to a Royal Court statement. 

 

At the meeting, His Majesty asked Emperor Naruhito to convey his greetings to Emperor Emeritus Akihito, wishing him good health and well-being.

 

The King also expressed condolences to Emperor Naruhito over the passing of Japan’s former prime minister Abe Shinzo.