China has imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese entities, accusing them of contributing to Japan’s “remilitarisation,” as tensions between the two countries continue to rise. China’s Commerce Ministry placed 20 entities on an export control list. The move bans Chinese and foreign exporters from supplying them with dual-use items made in China. These items can be used for both civilian and military purposes. Another 20 entities have been added to a watch list.
Relations between Beijing and Tokyo have remained tense since Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi last year suggested Japan could intervene if China used military force against Taiwan. Japan is also strengthening its defence by deploying longer-range missiles on remote islands, expanding weapons exports and reviewing its defence and security strategy, which could lead to a higher defence budget.
