Governor Kate Brown Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

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Governor Kate Brown today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset, July 10, in honor and remembrance of former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe.

"Prime Minister Abe was much more than a friend of America--he was a passionate advocate of strengthening the U.S.-Japan bond at every opportunity. He deeply valued the work of Japan's diplomatic corps, including ensuring the office in Portland continued its efforts to strengthen regional relationships throughout Oregon," said Governor Brown. "Dan and I are sending our deepest condolences to Mr. Abe's family and friends, and equally to all the people of Japan."

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