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South Korea Expands Espionage Law to All Foreign States

South Korea Expands Espionage Law to All Foreign States

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ThreatCluster •March 13, 2026 at 02:37 UTC

On February 26, 2026, South Korea's National Assembly passed an amendment to the Criminal Act, broadening the espionage law to cover all foreign countries instead of just enemy states. This revision establishes legal grounds for punishing espionage activities conducted for any foreign government, impacting the operations of the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and individuals involved in intelligence activities.

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2026-02-26
National Assembly passed amendment to espionage law

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