Japan Forms Expert Panel on GPS Tracking Stalking

The Japanese government will establish a panel of experts to address the stalking and surveillance of individuals using GPS tracking devices, according to a report from Kyodo News.

The move comes amid growing concerns over personal safety raised by cases involving tracking devices. The expert panel will serve in an advisory role and propose countermeasures against GPS-based stalking.

Full details on the panel's membership, scope of work and specific launch timing were not fully disclosed in the initial announcement.