China has instructed its airlines to cease taking deliveries of Boeing jets amid escalating trade tensions with the US.
The trade war has seen the US impose tariffs of up to 145pc on imports from China, prompting retaliatory duties of 125pc on US goods by Beijing.
Reports indicate that China has halted purchases of aircraft-related equipment and parts from American companies.
Rising costs due to reciprocal tariffs on US imports could significantly impact the affordability of aircraft and components for Chinese carriers.
The US government has paused further tariff increases while offering exemptions on certain high-end tech products like smartphones and semiconductors.
Boeing pushed production of Chinese aircraft in recent months to beat the tariff deadline, leaving customers like Ryan with further delays.
