China’s Export Ban on Japan: A Strategic Move with Serious Implications for U.S. Interests

In a brazen escalation of geopolitical posturing, China has imposed a ban on exports of dual-use goods to Japan, cloaked under the guise of preventing military enhancement. This move arrives at a time when the security of Taiwan and stability in East Asia hang in the balance—issues that directly impact American national interests and our allies’ ability to defend themselves. Is China Weaponizing Trade to Undermine Regional Stability? The Chinese Commerce Ministry’s announcement isn’t merely about restricting civilian technology; it is an overt attempt to throttle Japan's defense capabilities by cutting off access to sensitive materials and technologies that can...