Chinese Commerce Ministry

China imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese entities, citing their role in Japan's 'remilitarization.' The move follows tensions sparked by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks about potential intervention in a China-Taiwan conflict and Japan's military expansion, including offensive weapons and missiles.

China imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese entities, including divisions of Mitsubishi Corporation, Mitsui E&S, Fujitsu, and Komatsu, citing Japan's 'remilitarization' and deployment of offensive weapons. The move follows Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments suggesting intervention if China uses military force against Taiwan, and Japan's recent missile deployments on remote islands.

China imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese entities, including 20 on a control list and 20 on a watch list, citing Japan's 'remilitarization' as the reason. The move follows rising tensions linked to Japan's military expansion, including deploying offensive weapons and revising defense policies, which China claims threaten regional stability.

China imposed export controls on 40 Japanese entities, including divisions of Mitsubishi Corporation, Mitsui E&S, Fujitsu, and Komatsu, citing their role in Japan’s 'remilitarization.' The move includes a control list prohibiting dual-use item sales and a watch list requiring licenses for exports, amid rising tensions over Japan’s military expansion and potential intervention in Taiwan-related scenarios.