China bans dual-use goods exports for Japan military, govt calls it 'unacceptable' as rare earths lay in crosshairs

Japan has strongly condemned China's ban on dual-use item exports. This move escalates a diplomatic row between the two Asian giants. The ban follows remarks by Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi regarding Taiwan. China views Taiwan as its territory. Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara stated the ban is unacceptable and regrettable.