China Increases Military and Economic Pressure on Japan
NYT > World News·June 30, 2026

China is increasing military and economic pressure on Japan through various tactics. Beijing has been flying bombers near Japan, a move that escalates tensions between the two nations. Additionally, China has been detaining Japanese businesspeople and restricting exports of rare earths, a crucial component in many high-tech products. These actions demonstrate China's efforts to exert its influence over Japan.
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