Japan has tightened its sanctions against Russia following the latter's latest wave of missile attacks in Ukraine that killed at least 11 people.
The decision will include a ban on Russia-bound shipments of goods that can be used to enhance military capability, including semiconductor equipment and components, robots, power generators, explosives and vaccines, according to the trade ministry.
The decision will affect 36 individuals and 52 organisations.
The sanctions target exports by Japanese firms, target politicians, military officers, businesspeople and companies in Russia and regions in eastern and southern Ukraine.
“In light of the situation surrounding Ukraine and to contribute to international efforts to secure peace, Japan will implement export bans in line with other major nations,” the trade ministry said in a press release.
The news has been made public on the same day as reports that Japan and the Netherlands will join the United States...