Event Brief
China confirms deal to buy US aircraft and engines
Filed: May 16, 2026 at 1:08 PM ET
Summary: China’s Ministry of Commerce says it reached an agreement with the US on aircraft and engine purchases.
WHO: China’s Ministry of Commerce
WHAT: Reached arrangements for China to purchase aircraft from the US and for the US to supply aircraft engines and components.
WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 8:43 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: The ministry said the two sides agreed on China’s purchase of aircraft and the US supply of engines and components.
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