Hanoi: Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru, accompanied by his spouse, visited the mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh to pay respects. The visit took place on April 28, and the Japanese leader also honored Vietnamese martyrs by laying flowers at the Memorial to the Revolutionary Martyrs located on Bac Son street.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the visit highlights the ongoing relationship and respect between Japan and Vietnam. The gesture by Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru is seen as a symbol of diplomatic ties and mutual recognition between the two nations. This act of tribute underscores the historical significance and the shared history that binds both countries.