US aerospace giant Boeing has confirmed that China has committed to purchasing 200 aircraft in a deal announced during President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Beijing, marking a major step in restoring commercial aviation ties between the two countries.
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Boeing said the agreement represents an initial order and could pave the way for additional purchases in the future. The company described the Beijing visit as successful, highlighting the reopening of the Chinese market for Boeing aircraft after years of limited activity.
China plans to order 200 Boeing aircraft, Trump says
“We discussed many things — too many to list. We had a very good meeting, and we got certain things from them. One of the decisions he agreed to today is an order for 200 aircraft. That’s a big deal.” pic.twitter.com/iwa2evRi3H
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Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg, who joined the US delegation, thanked the Trump administration for helping secure the agreement. The company said it now aims to address China’s growing aviation needs through continued cooperation.
Trump also celebrated the announcement, describing the order as an important economic win for the United States. Speaking aboard Air Force One, he suggested the 200-plane commitment could eventually expand into a larger order of up to 750 aircraft if the initial phase proves successful.
China’s last major Boeing purchase came in 2017 during Trump’s first presidential visit to Beijing, when Chinese buyers agreed to acquire 300 aircraft in a deal valued at around $37 billion.
Analysts estimate the latest 200-aircraft order could be worth between $17 billion and $19 billion, depending on the final mix of aircraft. The value may rise further if a larger share of wide-body jets such as the 787 Dreamliner or 777 models is included.
The agreement is also strategically important for China, which continues to face production limits with its domestically developed COMAC C919 aircraft. Additional Boeing aircraft would help Chinese carriers meet increasing passenger demand while expanding fleet capacity.
The deal could also strengthen Boeing’s competitive position in China, where European rival Airbus has gained significant market share in recent years.
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Although markets had expected an even larger immediate order, industry experts say further commitments may follow in later phases, potentially making this one of the largest aviation agreements ever completed between Washington and Beijing.