China Halts Boeing Deliveries Amid Trade Conflict

China has halted deliveries of Boeing aircraft in retaliation to the 145% tariffs on Chinese goods imposed by President Trump, escalating the trade conflict between the two nations. This move impacts Boeing significantly, as China was expected to generate 20% of its sales, with 179 planned aircraft deliveries by 2027 now on hold. Aviation experts argue that while this may temporarily benefit Boeing by allowing it to allocate aircraft to other regions, China may suffer from a shortage of aircraft post-COVID. The halt also pushes China closer to relying on Airbus, which, despite its backlog, may become the primary supplier in the region. Meanwhile, China's domestic aircraft manufacturer, COMAC, is still developing and not yet a viable alternative. This trade dispute underscores the broader tensions between the U.S. and China, with each implementing steep tariffs in a tit-for-tat escalation.