China has cut Japan off from several heavy rare earths and other materials for at least four months, suggesting Beijing is using its control over critical minerals as diplomatic leverage. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/23/japan/china-japan-rare-earths-squeeze/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #china #chinajapanrelations #defense #rareearths #taiwan
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