China Blacklists 20 Japanese Entities, Mostly Military-centric
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce building in Beijing. Photo: Reuters
Amid recent tensions between the two countries, China has blacklisted 20 Japanese companies and organizations. These include Japan's National Institute for Defense Studies and several Mitsubishi-affiliated military contractors.
On Monday, China's Ministry of Commerce announced in a statement that it had added these entities to its export control list.
Beijing claims that these organizations and institutions are involved in Japan's renewed military buildup. This is China's latest move against Tokyo's "remilitarization."
This measure bans the export of dual-use (both civilian and military) goods to the designated entities. Additionally, it prevents foreign organizations from exporting Chinese-made dual-use products to them.
Dual-use goods refer to products, technologies, and materials that have both civilian and military applications.
Since last November, when Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced an increase in the defense budget and a renewed military capability, China has intensified sanctions against Japan.
Beijing believes that Tokyo, a Western ally, might intervene militarily in any crisis surrounding Taiwan.
Source: The Japan Times
