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Japan acknowledges increased need to counter espionage after Russian spy hub report.

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Japan's government acknowledges an increasing necessity to enhance counter-espionage efforts in response to its designation as a Russian "den of spies."
Officials indicate that postwar rules have historically limited Japan's capabilities in intelligence collection and prosecuting foreign operatives.
The acknowledgement comes after a New York Times report highlighted Japan's vulnerability to Russian espionage activities.
Government spokesman Sanae Takaichi emphasized the need for a more rigorous approach to addressing these security concerns.
Tokyo is actively seeking to bolster its intelligence capabilities in light of recent findings on foreign spying activities.

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15 July

Analysis explores why Japan has been vulnerable to Russian espionage and its response efforts.

AI summary: catch up in 20 seconds

Japan's government acknowledges an increasing necessity to enhance counter-espionage efforts in response to its designation as a Russian "den of spies."
Officials indicate that postwar rules have historically limited Japan's capabilities in intelligence collection and prosecuting foreign operatives.
The acknowledgement comes after a New York Times report highlighted Japan's vulnerability to Russian espionage activities.
Government spokesman Sanae Takaichi emphasized the need for a more rigorous approach to addressing these security concerns.
Tokyo is actively seeking to bolster its intelligence capabilities in light of recent findings on foreign spying activities.

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