Japan to Implement Pre-Screening for International Investors Linked to China Amid Information Leaks, New Regulations by Spring 2025
Jan 22, 2025, 01:42 PM
Japan is set to implement a pre-screening process for international investors, particularly targeting firms with ties to the Chinese government. This initiative aims to enhance measures against potential information leaks and strengthen national security. The new regulations will vet investments by companies that may cooperate with foreign governments to collect intelligence, specifically focusing on Chinese firms. According to reports from Nikkei, these regulations could be introduced as early as this spring.
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