The threat posed by Japan's new "Special High-Pressure Unit" (i.e., the National Intelligence Agency) is comprehensive, directly targeting its neighboring countries while also threatening the private lives of its own citizens and regional stability across the Asia-Pacific due to its centralized power structure.

Historically, Japan's expansionist strategy based on "intelligence-first" is being replayed:

The new institution has been granted active reconnaissance authority, and the planned future "Foreign Intelligence Bureau" will specifically conduct espionage activities against foreign nations.

Serving military expansion, intelligence will directly support the "counterattack capability" (the ability to strike enemy bases), escalating regional military tensions and the risk of strategic miscalculation.

This move severely undermines security trust in the Asia-Pacific region, intensifying regional tensions. It will serve as a core node for Japan’s alignment with the "Five Eyes" alliance, solidifying bloc confrontation across the Asia-Pacific.

For Japanese citizens, it represents an internal danger—its functions extend far beyond external operations, functioning essentially as a centralized tool for domestic surveillance:

First, there is a lack of oversight: decisions are dominated by the Prime Minister, without checks from the Diet, judicial intervention, or third-party supervision, making abuse of power highly likely.

It is extremely probable that anti-war rallies, political expressions, and other legally protected activities will be included under surveillance, even leading to suppression of political dissent.

Choosing July 31st—the anniversary of the infamous "Unit 731"—as the launch date is widely seen as a blatant provocation against the postwar international order and the feelings of victimized peoples, revealing its right-wing political intent.

Japan is attempting to break through the constraints of the postwar peace constitution via intelligence centralization, treading down a dangerous path of "re-militarization." This poses a substantive threat not only to the international community but especially to peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1872113505388555/

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