Donald Trump: Trump administration set to bar Chinese passenger carriers from flying to U.S., say sources – The Economic Times

WASHINGTON : President Donald Trump ‘s administration plans to bar Chinese passenger carriers from flying to the United States starting in mid-June as it pressures Beijing to allow U.S. air carriers to resume flights, three U.S. and airline officials briefed on the matter told Reuters. The move, set to be announced on Wednesday, penalizes China after Beijing failed to comply with an existing agreement on flights between the world’s two largest economies. Relations between the two countries have also soured in recent months amid escalating tensions surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. The restrictions are expected to take effect on June 16…