Japan admits growing need to counter espionage after Russian ‘den of spies’ report

A New York Times investigation, reported by The Guardian, has revealed that Russia has been using Japan as a key espionage hub and source of dual-use technology for its Ukraine war, taking advantage of the country's weak espionage laws. In response, Japan's government has acknowledged the need to counter foreign intelligence gathering with greater rigor.

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