Tokyo, May 27, 2026 (AFP) - Japan to launch new intelligence council

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2026-05-27

Japan's parliament passed legislation on Wednesday to launch a new intelligence council, a key move in Prime Minister Sanae Takichi's push to bolster the nation's security agenda. Japanese officials have long argued for enhanced intelligence capabilities to deter foreign spies, prevent terrorism, safeguard sensitive technologies and improve national security. Tokyo has faced criticism that its existing policies and law enforcement against espiona......

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