WorldJapan admits growing need to counter espionage after Russian ‘den of spies’ report
Japan says it has recognised the need to improve its response to foreign intelligence activity after a New York Times investigation described the country as a Russian “den of spies.” A government spokesperson said the issue must be tackled with “even greater rigour.” The report alleged that weak espionage laws had allowed Moscow to use Japan as a major hub for intelligence gathering and procurement of dual-use technology required for its war in Ukraine.
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Japan admits growing need to counter espionage after Russian ‘den of spies’ report
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