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Trump Announces China to buy 200 Boeing Jets

Michelle Owusuaa
Last updated: 17 May 2026 09:20
By Michelle Owusuaa
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A China Southern Airlines Boeing 737-300 taxis at Hong Kong International Airport in November 1991, highlighting the carrier’s long-standing relationship with Boeing aircraft.
China Southern Airlines Boeing 737-300 © Aeros Icarus
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On May 14, 2026, it was announced by President Donald Trump that China is to place an order for 200 Boeing aircraft following his trip to Beijing. This signals new possible trade relations between the United States and China that has been at a standstill for a long time.

President Donald Trump raises his fist on the tarmac after arriving in China aboard Air Force One, greeted by rows of schoolchildren waving Chinese and American flags during an official welcome ceremony.
President Donald J. Trump greets Ambassadors David Perdue and Xie Feng, Executive Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Ma Zhaoxu and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi at Beijing Capital International Airport © The White House

Boeing’s First Major Chinese Order

President Trump following high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing had suggested the agreement for 200 aircraft orders could potentially expand to 750 aircraft. Although there has not been any formal confirmation issued by the Chinese government or Boeing for the expansion of the deal. The proposal would represent Boeing’s first major Chinese order in a decade of trading due to the prolonged trade tensions between China and the U.S..

There has also been a slow down of sales due to the scrutiny following the 737 MAX crisis, and increased competition from Airbus. Although 200 aircraft orders is a feat in terms of sales between China and the U.S. it still fell short of the current market expectation. Analysts had anticipated an order that would be around 500 aircraft during Trump’s visit, but due to it not meeting expectations the Boeing’s share price after the announcement had plummeted.

Hopes for a larger deal were to help Boeing for an onward trajectory to recovery and strengthen its position in the market but the expectations fell short during the negotiations.

A red-and-white Shanghai Airlines Boeing 737-800 taxis across the apron at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, with the terminal building visible in the background.
Shanghai Airlines Boeing 737-800 © Alan Wilson

China’s aircraft demand could boost Boeing’s Presence in China

China is a crucial player in the aviation market with demand for new aircraft on the rise as domestic and international air travel continue to expand. 

For Boeing the order would provide a huge boost and create a newfound commercial relationship that has been lost in recent years.

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ByMichelle Owusuaa
Aviation Reporter - A driven media professional and aspiring magazine journalist and self-published author, with a BA in Media, Journalism and Publishing from Oxford Brookes University. Inspired by writers such as Maya Angelou, they balance professional work alongside personal projects, maintaining a strong commitment to creative independence through their podcast and blogs.
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