Japan Urges G7 to Act Against North Korea’s Cryptocurrency Theft

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will push the G7 nations to address North Korea’s illicit cryptocurrency theft activities during a summit in Canada. Concerns are growing that these funds are being used to support North Korea’s weapon development programs, prompting Japan to propose enhanced global cooperation against such financial channels. The proposal aims to cut off economic lifelines funding Pyongyang’s military ambitions.