It has been almost two weeks since Shinzo Abe was assassinated, but stories about him are still in the news from time to time, which indicates the extent of his influence. Shinzo Abe is one of the most influential post-war leaders in Japan and he has had considerable international influence.
His influence remained strong even after he left office in 2020. His unexpected death inadvertently contributed to the successful realization of several of his major political aspirations.
