The Government of The Bahamas expresses its deep regret and
condolences following the murder of the Japanese journalist Kenji Goto by the
rogue group ISIS.
The government and people of The Bahamas stand in solidarity with
Japan in the face of this murder and roundly condemn this and all such unlawful
acts. The Bahamas reaffirms its respect for the dignity and sanctity of human
life and will work with the international community to fight this challenge to
our civilization.
These sentiments will be conveyed to the government of Japan via
diplomatic note to the Government of Japan.