China imposed Japan’s military
Beijing (dpa)— China has stepped up pressure on Japan in a dispute over weeks-old comments about Taiwan by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, announcing new restrictions on the export of dual-use goods.
China’s Ministry of Commerce said on Tuesday it was immediately banning the export of goods with both civilian and military applications to the Japanese military, as well as to customers whose use of such goods could enhance Japan’s military capabilities.
The ministry said the move was prompted by what it described as “incorrect statements” on Taiwan, which China considers part of its territory despite the island being governed independently.
In early November, Takaichi told parliament that a Chinese attack on Taiwan would constitute an “existential threat” that could lead Japan to exercise its right to self-defence, noting that US-backed Taiwan lies close to vital shipping lanes.
Beijing had previously urged Takaichi to retract her remarks and warned Chinese citizens against travelling to Japan.
Dual-use goods items include products, components or raw materials that can be deployed in military equipment or weapons systems such as drones, as well as computer chips and materials derived from mineral resources, including rare earths.
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And in a related story, according to the People’s Daily, China’s official newspaper, an official in China is saying that Japan’s revised security documents need more scrutiny:
Japan’s intended revision of security documents warrants high vigilance: Chinese spokesperson
(Xinhua) January 06, 2026
Beijing, Jan. 6 (Xinhua) — Japan’s intention of revising its three national security documents reflects its dangerous moves to speed up remilitarization, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday, urging high vigilance from the international community.
Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks in response to recent remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi that relevant discussions will be advanced toward the goal of revising the three national security documents within the year.
(Web editor: Zhang Kaiwei, Zhong Wenxing)
