# Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)

Type: government

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-10**: Expected UEL Update — Analysts anticipate the first wave of Japanese firms to be added to the Unreliable Entity List.
- **2026-02-24**: MOFCOM Announcement — China officially identifies Japanese firms for investigation over military ties.
- **2025-09-15**: China Amends Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law — Beijing strengthens legal framework to retaliate against foreign 'discriminatory' measures.
- **2024-05-12**: Japan Tightens Export Controls — Tokyo aligns with US restrictions on high-end chipmaking equipment.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### China Escalates Regulatory Pressure on Japanese Firms Over Defense Ties
2026-02-24 07:56:10 · Sentiment: Negative · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 3

The Chinese government has initiated a series of regulatory actions against Japanese corporations, citing their involvement in military-related activities and defense cooperation. This move marks a significant escalation in regional trade tensions, forcing legal and compliance departments to reassess cross-border operations and supply chain dependencies.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/china-japan-military-ties-regulatory-targeting

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