China to Buy Up to 120 More Airbus Planes

China will purchase up to 120 additional aircraft from European aviation giant Airbus, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced on Wednesday.

Merz made the statement following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, calling the planned order a sign of the value of such diplomatic visits.

“The Chinese leadership will be ordering a larger number of additional aircraft from Airbus. The total order will include up to 120 additional aircraft,” Merz told reporters.

This marks Merz’s first visit to China since assuming office in 2025. He did not specify the types of aircraft or the timeline for the purchase.