China's Boeing freeze adds to U.S. economic blowback from Trump tariffs

Rare-earth restrictions and falling tourism to hit U.S. economy as well

Boeing aircraft being assembled at the company's plant in Washington state. Boeing sees China as a rapidly growing market for passenger jets. © Reuters

RINTARO TOBITA, MANA YUMI and YUJI OHIRA

April 17, 2025 03:59 JST

WASHINGTON/NEW YORK/HOUSTON, Texas -- China's move to halt the delivery of Boeing aircraft is expected to add to the economic pain in the U.S. resulting from President Donald Trump's tariff policy.