China Urges U.S. to ‘Stabilize Trade’ as Boeing Deliveries Hit Turbulence
China’s Ministry of Commerce addressed swirling reports on Tuesday about paused Boeing 737 Max deliveries, calling for calm amid a high-stakes aviation drama. ✈️ A spokesperson confirmed China is “noting” the situation after media outlets claimed Boeing redirected three 737 Max jets originally bound for Chinese airlines.
“China and the U.S. have long benefited from civil aviation cooperation,” the spokesperson said, highlighting the sector’s role in boosting trade and cultural ties. But tensions flared as Beijing criticized recent U.S. tariffs, calling them disruptive to global supply chains. 🌐⚖️
Supply Chain Blues Hit Both Sides
Washington’s trade policies have “made it difficult for businesses to operate normally,” the spokesperson added, nodding to struggles faced by both Chinese airlines and Boeing. 😓 While China affirmed support for “normal commercial cooperation,” it urged the U.S. to address corporate concerns and create a “stable, predictable” trade environment.
Will diplomatic turbulence ground future deals? For now, the aviation saga reads like a suspense novel—stay tuned. 📖🔍
