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Analysis Why a push to reform South Korean spy law risks a diplomatic fallout with ChinaCurrent ROK law only forbids espionage for North Korea, while focusing on punishments over measures to prevent leaks Han Dong-hoon, the interim leader of South Korea’s ruling People Power Party (PPP), has called for broadening espionage laws to make it illegal to spy for any foreign country, a sharp contrast from the ROK’s current legislation that only specifies North Korea. Under current South Korean law, espionage is only illegal if it poses a threat to national security and specifically benefits North Korea. Consequently, actions carried out by or on behalf of other countries fall outside the scope of prosecution. Han’s proposal comes after National Assembly Deputy Speaker Kim Young-joo’sdecision to join the PPP following her exit © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. |





