On September 13, the revised Criminal Act of South Korea officially took effect. This revision broadens the scope of espionage activities, extending it from North Korea to encompass all foreign countries. The updated legislation introduces a new offense: 'engaging in espionage activities for the benefit of foreign countries or equivalent organizations.' This crime carries a minimum prison sentence of three years, reflecting South Korea's commitment to bolstering the protection of its key technologies. This move comes amid escalating competition in strategic industries, notably semiconductors.
