Trump Says China to Buy 200 Boeing Jets, Limit Support for Iran

US President Donald Trump said China has agreed to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.

Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Trump confirmed Boeing had initially expected an order for around 150 aircraft, but the final agreement would be larger.

The deal would provide a major boost to the US aircraft manufacturer, which has faced production difficulties in recent years as well as increasing competition.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had earlier indicated that a major commercial agreement could be announced during Trump’s visit to China.

Trump also said Xi had assured him that Beijing would not provide military equipment to Iran.

(reuters, mja)