Japan has tightened screening procedures for foreign researchers applying for visas, including requiring them to disclose work histories, as part of measures designed to prevent technology leaks.
Foreign researchers seeking entry into Japan must submit their past research papers and an eligibility certificate from their employers. They will need to declare the purpose of their travel and the location of their stay in Japan, Nikkei Asia reported.
Japanese universities have also been asked to enhance scrutiny of foreign students and scholars to prevent espionage on campuses.
Under the new guidelines, universities are required to conduct background checks and flag people of interest, such as those with ties to foreign governments or defense-related institutions….