Japan begins standing up new Intel agency with input from allies
4 hours ago
- #Russian Spies
- #Western Allies Assistance
- #Japan Intelligence Agency
- Japan is creating its first centralized intelligence agency since World War II, seeking advice from Western allies like the U.S., Australia, and Germany on technology, staffing, and priorities.
- Dozens of Russian spies have moved to Japan in recent years, using the country to buy weapon components for Russia and evade sanctions, with foreign officials warning Japan has been slow to respond.
- The efforts to establish the agency and the spy threat were reported by The New York Times, highlighting Japan's need for improved intelligence capabilities.