Japan's Upper House Passes National Intelligence Council Bill; PM Takaichi Calls it 'First Step' in Reform
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The Japanese House of Councillors passed the 'National Intelligence Council Establishment Bill' on May 27th, creating a PM-led intelligence coordination mechanism. The government plans to establish a 'National Intelligence Agency' by July and pursue further reforms, including an anti-espionage law.
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- Q: What is Japan's intelligence reform?
- A: Establishing a National Intelligence Council led by the PM to integrate intelligence agencies.