Reports of Boeing flying back three 737 Max jets slated for Chinese airlines sparked fresh debate on Sino-US civil aviation ties. Tuesday, China’s Ministry of Commerce stepped forward to clarify the situation.
"We have noted the relevant reports," said a spokesperson for the Ministry. "China and the United States have maintained long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation in the civil aviation sector, which has strongly promoted bilateral trade and people-to-people exchanges."
The spokesperson criticized US tariffs for destabilizing global industry and supply chains, arguing these measures have disrupted the international aviation market and challenged normal trade and investment activities.
"Both Chinese airlines and Boeing have been negatively impacted," the spokesperson added, highlighting the ripple effects of broader trade policies on day-to-day operations.
China reaffirmed its willingness to support commercial cooperation between enterprises from both countries. "We hope the US will listen to the concerns of businesses and create a stable and predictable environment for normal trade and investment activities," the spokesperson said.
As global aviation recovers, consistent delivery schedules and clear trade policies will be key for airlines, manufacturers, and passengers around the world. The aviation sector will be watching closely to see if cooperation can take flight once more.
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