China’s mineral squeeze testing Japan’s military buildup
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Source: The Japan Times
Published: 2026-06-24 15:02 UTC+10:00
Section: JAPAN
Factuality Score: 95
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Defence, Asia, Military & Defence, China, Trade & Sanctions, Commodities, World News, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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China’s tightening export controls on dual-use materials and strategically important rare earths are beginning to disrupt Japanese industry — including the defense sector.
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