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Japan studies stronger safeguards for subsea cables amid rising East Asia risks

( November 12, 2025, 02:43 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Japan’s telecom regulator has launched a study on ways to better protect international subsea cables, as demand for the infrastructure grows alongside a rise in damage incidents across East Asia. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on Tuesday convened an expert panel to consider measures to improve maintenance and patrols of subsea cables, which transmit intercontinental data, and to diversify the locations of cable landing stations. Japan serves as a key hub for international subsea cables, connecting North America and Asia. The panel aims to compile draft proposals by May and finalize its report in June.The statements, in Japanese, are attached....

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