Japan is creating its first modern spy agency since World War II
They publishedWhy Japan is creating its first modern spy agency since World War II
First reportThe Washington Post · 24 Jul, 09:00Z
Latest reportThe Washington Post · 24 Jul, 09:00Z
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What
Japan is creating its first modern spy agency since World War II, according to The Washington Post.
Why
The move reflects Trump’s push for Japanese self-reliance and longstanding conservative support in Tokyo for stronger intelligence capabilities.
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The excerpt provides no formation date, leaving the agency’s timing and implementation to be clarified.
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