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What is the latest feud between Japan and China?

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Japan and China are embroiled in a dispute after China imposed a ban on dual-use exports for military purposes, which Japan condemns as 'absolutely unacceptable.' The ban, prompted by Japanese remarks on Taiwan, raises fears of broader rare earth export curbs that could impact Japan's manufacturing sector, which relies heavily on Chinese supplies.

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Japan condemns China's dual-use export ban as rare earth curbs loom

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  • Japan calls China's dual-use export ban 'absolutely unacceptable' 6s
  • Ban includes critical minerals for drones and chips 18s
  • China's action follows tensions over Taiwan remarks by Japan's PM 30s
  • China considers restricting rare earth exports to Japan 1m 14s
  • Japan relies on China for about 60% of rare earth imports 1m 31s

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Japan condemns China's dual-use export ban as rare earth curbs loom
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Japan condemns China's dual-use export ban as rare earth curbs loom

China's ban on dual-use exports, including critical minerals for drones and chips, escalates tensions with Japan and raises the threat of broader curbs on rare earths.

Japan condemns China's dual-use export ban as rare earth curbs loom
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Japan condemns China's dual-use export ban as rare earth curbs loom

China banned exports to Japanese military users or for purposes contributing to Japan's military strength, following remarks by Japan's Prime Minister about Taiwan.

Japan says China's dual-use export ban 'unacceptable'
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Japan says China's dual-use export ban 'unacceptable'

Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary called China's export ban on dual-use items 'absolutely unacceptable and deeply regrettable.'

Japan says China's dual-use export ban 'unacceptable'
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Japan says China's dual-use export ban 'unacceptable'

China announced the ban in response to Japanese Prime Minister's remarks on Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory.

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