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4/29/13

European Aircraft Industry: China agrees $8bn Airbus plane deal

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China has agreed to buy 60 planes from European firm Airbus, in a deal worth $8bn (US $10.47b) at list prices.

It is the first such deal since the European Union suspended the inclusion of foreign airlines in its controversial Emissions Trading Scheme.

China had voiced its opposition to the scheme, which charges airlines for the carbon they emit.
Last year, Airbus had alleged that China blocked firms from purchasing its planes amid the row over the scheme.

The deal was signed as part of a series of agreements during French President Francois Hollande's two-day visit to China.

It includes an order for 42 Airbus A320 aircraft and 18 A330 planes.


Read more: BBC News - China agrees $8bn Airbus plane deal

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