China has restricted dual-use exports to Japan that can be used for military purposes, including rare-earth elements, prompting Tokyo to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chains. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/editorials/2026/01/09/china-lawfare-japan/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #editorials #chinajapanrelations #sanaetakaichi #taiwan #defense #rareearths #trade #china