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Japan plans independent foreign intelligence agency
Japan is developing a centralised intelligence system and plans to establish an independent foreign intelligence agency by early 2028. The reforms are being driven by concerns about China, North Korea, foreign interference and cyber attacks.
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Japan plans to establish an independent foreign intelligence agency by early 2028.
“The aim is to establish a foreign intelligence agency by early 2028”
Japan has established a National Intelligence Bureau.
“a National Intelligence Bureau”
Japan has established an overarching security council headed by the prime minister.
“a new overarching security council headed by the prime minister has been established”