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Senate eyes stricter anti-espionage law
The Senate defense panel is reviewing proposals to update the Philippines' anti-espionage laws, which are currently based on outdated legislation from 1941.
Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada highlighted the need for new provisions to address cyber-enabled threats, insider infiltration, and tampering with critical infrastructure.
Senator Risa Hontiveros presented alarming cases of Chinese nationals allegedly caught with surveillance equipment near sensitive locations.
These incidents included the discovery of IMSI catchers, Lidar sensors, underwater drones, and detailed terrain maps.
Hontiveros also pointed out institutional vetting lapses, such as foreigners reportedly entering the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary.
The push for modernization aims to provide a stronger legal shield against espionage activities, especially amid reports of foreign surveillance near government and military installations.
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