Rare earth metals are essential for 100% of Japan’s high-performance EV magnets. The ban follows Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s controversial remarks regarding Taiwan. Japanese defense contractors like Mitsubishi Heavy face immediate supply chain disruptions. Economic analysts predict a 0.43% hit to Japan’s GDP if the restrictions persist for a year. In January 2026, the delicate … Continue reading Rare Earth Metals Ban: Why Japan is the Primary Target of China’s New Trade War