China confirms 200-jet Boeing purchase in US trade talks (opens in new tab)

China's Commerce Ministry said Wednesday that Chinese aviation buyers will buy 200 Boeing aircraft under terms discussed after President Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing last week, confirming a deal Trump had announced after the summit. The ministry did not specify aircraft models or delivery timing, and said the United States would provide guarantees for aircraft engine parts and components. Beijing also said the two governments will work toward extending a tariff truce reac...