Beijing, China – In a major development for global aviation trade, China has lifted its ban on Boeing aircraft deliveries following a breakthrough 90-day tariff reduction agreement with the United States.
Key Developments
✔ Ban Lifted: Chinese airlines cleared to accept Boeing deliveries immediately
✔ Trade Truce: Reciprocal tariffs reduced from 145% to 30% for 90 days
✔ Inventory Relief: 25 stalled 737 MAX jets to be delivered to Chinese carriers
Market Impact
The decision unlocks China’s crucial aviation market for Boeing, where:
- 10% of Boeing’s commercial backlog is destined
- 41 aircraft were awaiting clearance (including 30 pre-2023 737 MAX models)
- 4 new 777 freighters currently in production
“This marks a critical thaw in U.S.-China aviation trade,” said industry analyst Zhang Wei. “Boeing can now address its $4 billion inventory buildup of China-bound jets.”
Behind the Deal
The breakthrough follows:
🔹 Weeks of tense negotiations in Geneva
🔹 China’s prior exemptions on aerospace components
🔹 Boeing’s Q1 pledge to deliver 50 jets to China in 2025
What’s Next:
Observers will watch whether this 90-day tariff window leads to permanent trade normalization, particularly as:
- U.S. fentanyl-related tariffs also reduced
- Both nations seek to ease Trump-era trade tensions
Source: Bloomberg, Aviation Flights Group
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Bolbuk Insight: The resumption of Boeing deliveries signals restored confidence in U.S.-China trade relations, offering relief to an aviation sector battered by years of geopolitical tensions.