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At stake, chips: Japan-South Korea trade spat

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Tensions in Trade: Japan and South Korea

This chapter explores the rising trade tensions between Japan and South Korea, stemming from Japan's restrictions on crucial semiconductor supplies. It examines the historical roots of the dispute, its implications for global electronics supply chains, and the broader trend of weaponizing trade for political ends.

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