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

Japan's government has acknowledged the necessity to bolster its counter-espionage efforts after a New York Times investigation revealed that Russia has exploited the country as a primary hub for espionage and a supplier of crucial weapons components. The report highlighted how "weak espionage laws" have allowed Moscow to operate freely, prompting Japan to address this issue with greater urgency. This development underscores the growing global concern over espionage and the need for nations to strengthen their intelligence frameworks to protect against foreign threats.