China Targets Japanese Defense Suppliers | Roanoke News

China slams Japan with new export controls targeting 40 firms, citing “new militarism” and accusing Tokyo of escalating defense spending — including missile deployments on remote islands — as Beijing pushes back against what it sees as a direct challenge. Japan’s responding with its own moves, including a missile launcher on its southernmost island and plans to revise defense policy by December, potentially boosting its military budget and offensive capabilities. Tensions are rising across the Pacific, with China conducting patrols near Taiwan and warning nations against discussing maritime boundaries — even drawing global criticism from the UK, Germany, and France over its assertive actions. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/70ef9199dde33066