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South Korea passes broad espionage law
On February 26, 2024, South Korea's National Assembly approved an amendment to the Criminal Law, which will come into effect on September 13, 2024. The amendment aims to address gaps related to industrial and technological espionage. It introduces a new espionage offense covering acts committed for the benefit of any foreign country or similar organization, with a minimum prison sentence of three years. The existing provisions concerning "hostile states" remain unchanged. The goal of the amendment is to strengthen deterrence against the leakage of sensitive technology, particularly in strategic sectors such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence. It follows high-profile cases of technological leaks, including the transfer of technology to Chinese companies, and enhances South Korea's legal capacity to combat international industrial espionage.
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