Reports have emerged that China has directed its airlines to halt deliveries of Boeing jets, escalating trade tensions with the United States.

This move comes as part of a broader trade war, with Beijing also instructing carriers to pause purchases of aircraft-related equipment and parts from U.S. companies.

According to Bloomberg News, sources familiar with the matter confirmed that Chinese authorities issued the directive to suspend Boeing deliveries.

The decision reflects China’s response to ongoing economic disputes, including high U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, which have sometimes reached up to 145 percent.

Reuters also reported on the development, noting that the suspension was ordered as trade conflicts intensify.

Posts on X echoed this, with users citing Bloomberg and Reuters, indicating the halt includes jets and related equipment orders.

News18 highlighted the context of the U.S.-China trade war, emphasizing that the suspension is a significant escalation.

The report pointed out that since the U.S. imposed steep tariffs, China has been exploring retaliatory measures, with Boeing now a focal point.

The decision could have substantial implications for Boeing, which has faced challenges in the Chinese market.

X posts from financial accounts suggested a pre-market drop of 3.3% in Boeing’s stock price, reflecting investor concerns about the halt’s impact.