The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has responded to the recent announcement by U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Green regarding a Section 301 investigation into China’s compliance with the 2020 Phase One trade agreement. This agreement, established during President Trump’s first administration, included provisions for China to purchase aerospace products from the United States.
In a statement, an AIA spokesperson said, “The Aerospace Industries Association welcomes the U.S. Trade Representative’s review of the Phase One trade agreement with China. As the only major U.S. manufacturing sector to export more than we import, the aerospace industry relies on strong, enforceable trade policies that promote fair, reciprocal access to global markets — buoying American jobs, driving economic growth, and spurring innovation.
“The Phase One agreement, negotiated during President Trump’s first administration, was a landmark achievement. It addressed critical concerns around intellectual property theft and forced technology transfer, and included historic purchase commitments — with aerospace and other manufactured goods at the forefront. Continued progress toward these goals is essential.
“We are encouraged by President Trump, Secretary Bessent, and Ambassador Greer’s ongoing commitment to trade deals that protect American jobs, intellectual property, and U.S. leadership. AIA looks forward to continuing to work closely with this Administration to advance trade policies that benefit U.S. manufacturers in markets around the world.”
The aerospace sector is notable as a U.S. manufacturing industry that exports more than it imports, making trade policy reviews particularly important for maintaining jobs and supporting economic growth.
