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China Halts Boeing Deliveries, Citing U.S. Tariffs

Beijing blames new U.S. trade policies for disrupting aviation markets as Boeing explores alternative buyers for 50 undelivered jets.

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A Boeing sign sits on a building near Boeing Field, as trade tensions escalate over U.S. tariffs with China, in Seattle, Washington, U.S. April 22, 2025. REUTERS/David Ryder/File Photo
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Overview

  • China's commerce ministry officially attributed the freeze on Boeing aircraft deliveries to the impact of heightened U.S. tariffs, which have reached 145% on Chinese imports.
  • Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg confirmed that Chinese airlines have stopped accepting new aircraft due to the tariff environment, disrupting delivery plans for 2025.
  • Boeing had projected the delivery of 50 jets to China this year but is now preparing to remarket these planes to other carriers if the halt persists.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump criticized China for defaulting on its aircraft purchase commitments, urging Boeing to take action against Beijing.
  • China called for a stable and predictable trade environment, expressing willingness to support normal business cooperation between Chinese and U.S. companies.