China Bans Exports to Japan of Dual-Use Goods that Could Enhance Tokyo's Military Power
China banned exports of dual-use goods to Japan to curb military enhancement after Japanese PM's Taiwan remarks, with 70% of Japan's rare earths sourced from China in 2024.
- China bans exports to Japan of dual-use goods that could enhance Tokyo's military power, effective immediately.
- The curbs mark the latest move in a pressure campaign against Japan, after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan.
- Exports for any end-user purposes that could enhance Japan's military capabilities are also prohibited, China's Ministry of Commerce said.
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