Boeing nears record China jet deal – Report
Boeing is reportedly close to finalizing a 500-plane 737 MAX order from China, potentially its largest sale ever, to be unveiled during President Trump’s upcoming Beijing visit.
The talks, part of broader U.S.-China economic discussions, also include a possible later deal for around 100 widebody jets. The agreement could play a central role in revitalizing Boeing’s commercial relationship with Chinese airlines.
Reports from Bloomberg and other outlets indicate Boeing is finalizing a 500-aircraft 737 MAX order with China, potentially its largest in history, to be unveiled during President Trump’s March 31–April 2 visit to Beijing.
Negotiations also cover about 100 widebody jets, including the 787 Dreamliner and 777X, though those would likely be announced later. U.S. officials are pushing for a firm commitment rather than a symbolic dollar figure, underscoring the commercial and political weight of the deal.
Boeing currently has 134 unfilled orders from Chinese airlines, representing about 2% of its order book, compared with much higher levels in the past. The decline reflects recent trade frictions and reduced procurement from China.
A large new order would meaningfully increase the share of Chinese business in Boeing’s backlog and demonstrate renewed engagement from a key aviation market.
The potential aircraft agreement is embedded in broader U.S.-China trade talks, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Vice-Premier He Lifeng expected to meet in Paris to prepare. The summit comes despite heightened geopolitical friction, including U.S. military actions in Iran and Venezuela that Beijing has condemned.
If finalized, the Boeing deal would cap years of stalled negotiations and signal a tentative thaw in economic relations.
Boeing nears record China jet deal – Report
