China Bans Dual-Use Exports to Japan's Military
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian made the announcement while responding to reports that the US had urged China to resume rare-earth shipments to Japan, as reported by state-run Global Times. Lin declined to confirm whether the Trump administration had formally made such a request.
"China, in accordance with laws and regulations, has banned the export of all dual-use items to Japanese military users, for military purposes, and to any other end-users or for any purposes that would help enhance Japan's military capabilities," Lin said.
He stated that the restrictions were designed to "stop Japan's attempts at remilitarization and nuclear weaponization."
The export ban came into immediate effect following its announcement by Chinese authorities in January, forming part of Beijing's wider campaign to tighten controls over strategically sensitive goods and technologies.
China has repeatedly condemned Japan's recent defense posture shifts — including surging military expenditure, the acquisition of counterstrike capabilities, and deepening security ties with Washington and its allies — arguing these moves represent a departure from Japan's post-war pacifist principles and risk destabilizing the broader region.
Beijing Urges EU to Engage in Talks With Russia
In a separate exchange, Lin reaffirmed China's opposition to unilateral sanctions lacking international legal grounding.
"China has consistently opposed illegal unilateral sanctions that lack a basis in international law and are not authorized by the UN Security Council," Lin said.
The remarks came in response to statements by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, who said the bloc would authorize its warships in the Mediterranean to inspect and detain tankers carrying Russian oil, citing safety concerns and the aim of curtailing Russia's operational capacity.
"We call on all parties concerned to resolve issues through dialogue and consultation," Lin said.
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