China has imposed an immediate ban on the export of certain rare earth minerals to Japan, citing remarks by Japan's Prime Minister regarding Taiwan. This ban affects dual-use items, which have both civilian and military applications. Economists estimate that a three-month ban could reduce Japan's GDP by 0.11% and cost businesses approximately 660 billion yen ($4.2 billion).
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