Shinzo Abe’s wife, Akie Abe, grew emotional while recalling the former Japanese prime minister during an NDTV summit, reflecting on his life and aspirations for Japan and the world.

Referring to July 8, the day Abe was shot dead at a political event in Nara, she said he had been in a very good mood that morning and had breakfast with her and his mother.

Her remarks highlighted the personal loss felt by the Abe family and the unfinished plans she said he had for Japan and international affairs.