China Imposes Export Controls on Japanese Firms Over Military-Linked Dual-Use Items

China has imposed export controls on 20 Japanese companies, including Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Kawasaki Heavy Industries, banning dual-use items it says support Japan's military. Another 20 firms, such as Subaru and Mitsubishi Materials, were placed on a watch list requiring stricter export reviews. Beijing cited concerns over Japan's military expansion and nuclear ambitions, while assuring normal trade would continue. Japan condemned the measures as unacceptable amid rising tensions linked to remarks on Taiwan.