China says Japan-India cooperation 'should not target' Beijing

China has pushed back against deepening cooperation between Japan and India on critical minerals, saying their collaboration should not be directed at Beijing. The statement comes as Tokyo and New Delhi expand economic ties in key technology and supply chain sectors, reflecting broader geopolitical competition over access to essential materials for electric vehicles, renewable energy, and semiconductors. According to Channel NewsAsia, the move underscores how Asian powers are reshaping trade relationships to reduce dependence on Chinese supply chains.

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