https://apnews.com/2840e5da69074df9823214a4e92670b3

TOKYO (AP) — Japan is imposing further restrictions on exports to South Korea, citing a decline in "relations of international trust" between the Asian neighbors.

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry said a review soliciting public comments starts Monday on the move to effectively remove South Korea from a list of so-called "white nations" that have minimum restrictions on trade.