Boeing has resumed aircraft deliveries to China, beginning with the handover of a 787-9 Dreamliner to Juneyao Airlines on Saturday, according to Chinese media reports. This development signals a thaw in trade tensions between the United States and China.

The delivery follows a tragic incident involving a Boeing 787-8 that crashed in India two days earlier, resulting in a deadly fire shortly after takeoff with 242 people on board.

Boeing and Juneyao Airlines have not publicly commented on the reported delivery. The U.S.-based aircraft manufacturer had paused deliveries to Chinese customers in April due to escalating trade disputes. However, following a temporary reduction in tariffs, Boeing indicated in late May that it would begin shipping aircraft to China again in June.

Recent diplomatic talks in London led to a tentative framework agreement between U.S. and Chinese negotiators on tariff-related matters, potentially easing barriers for trade.

Earlier in the week, a Boeing 737 MAX painted in Xiamen Airlines’ colors arrived in China, further indicating a return to regular aircraft deliveries. China is a crucial market for Boeing, accounting for around 10% of its commercial aircraft backlog.

The company had previously warned that ongoing trade barriers could prevent Chinese airlines from receiving new jets and that it might have to find alternative buyers for a significant number of planes.