Philippines Eyes Amendments to Archaic Anti-Espionage Law to Counter Modern Threats
The Philippine Senate is considering amendments to the country's outdated 1941 anti-espionage law to address modern threats like cyberattacks and foreign interference. Concerns about espionage from China are also rising amidst the West Philippine Sea issue.
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