Statement by the President on the Elections in Japan

I congratulate Liberal Democratic Party President Shinzo Abe on his party’s success in the elections in Japan today.  The U.S-Japan Alliance serves as the cornerstone of peace and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific and I look forward to working closely with the next government and the people of Japan on a range of important bilateral, regional and global issues.   I also extend my appreciation to Prime Minister Noda for his many contributions to U.S.-Japan relations.