China blacklists 20 Japanese entities after imposing export curbs on 10 US firms

China has expanded its technology and national security restrictions by adding 20 Japanese entities, including a defense studies institute, to its export control list.

This move, barring dual-use item exports, follows similar actions against 10 US firms last week.

Beijing states the decision aims to protect national security and uphold non-proliferation commitments amidst rising geopolitical tensions. ...