Japan has begun debating a law on foreign agents, the Nikkei newspaper reported. The so-called anti-espionage law would require people engaged in lobbying or other activities on behalf of foreign governments to register as foreign agents. It is also planned to issue fines for malicious actions aimed at blocking government decisions or holding elections in the country. The Prime Minister's Office hosted a meeting of experts to strengthen Japan's intelligence capabilities, including information collection and analysis. The cabinet discussion included Prime Minister Yasuhiro Tsuyuki's Deputy Chief of Staff and National Intelligence Agency Director General Kazuya Hara. More IZ RU news in max.

Japan has begun debating a law on foreign agents, the Nikkei newspaper reported. The so-called anti-espionage law would require people engaged in lobbying or other activities on behalf of foreign governments to register as foreign agents. It is also planned to issue fines for malicious actions aimed at blocking government decisions or holding elections in the country. The Prime Minister's Office hosted a meeting of experts to strengthen Japan's intelligence capabilities, including information collection and analysis. The cabinet discussion included Prime Minister Yasuhiro Tsuyuki's Deputy Chief of Staff and National Intelligence Agency Director General Kazuya Hara. More IZ RU news in max.