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In a significant escalation of the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and China, Beijing has directed its domestic airlines to halt all deliveries of Boeing aircraft and cease purchases of American-made aircraft parts and equipment. This move follows the U.S. government’s recent imposition of a 145% tariff on Chinese goods, to which China responded with 125% tariffs on U.S. imports .
The directive from Chinese authorities affects major carriers such as Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern, which collectively had plans to receive 179 Boeing planes between 2025 and 2027 . The suspension is expected to significantly impact Boeing’s operations, as China represents a crucial growth market for the aerospace giant.
Boeing’s stock experienced a 3% decline in premarket trading following the announcement . Analysts warn that the escalating tit-for-tat tariffs could disrupt the $650 billion trade relationship between the two nations.
In addition to the suspension of Boeing deliveries, China has also restricted exports of key minerals and magnets essential for manufacturing vehicles, drones, and missiles, further intensifying the trade conflict
As tensions rise, the aerospace industry faces increased uncertainty, with potential long-term implications for global supply chains and international trade relations.
