Trump Facilitates Boeing’s Airline Orders at C5+1 Summit

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During the C5+1 Summit held in Washington DC, President Donald Trump played a crucial role in helping Boeing secure significant aircraft orders from three airlines based in Central Asia.

This summit took place on November 6, 2025, with prominent leaders from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan in attendance.

Following productive discussions, Boeing announced that agreements had been formalized with Air Astana, Somon Air, and Uzbekistan Airways for commercial aircraft purchases.

The national carrier of Kazakhstan, Air Astana, has committed to acquiring up to 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, marking the largest order in its history.

Additionally, Somon Air, representing Tajikistan, has placed its largest order to date, opting for up to 10 Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets and up to four Boeing 787-9 airplanes.

Uzbekistan Airways is set to convert options from a prior agreement into a solid order for eight 787 Dreamliners, bringing its total orders for Boeing’s widebody jets to 22.

Reflecting on his interactions with Central Asian leaders, President Trump remarked: “I’ve just completed a series of outstanding bilateral meetings… we’re strengthening our economic partnerships, improving our security cooperation, and expanding our overall bonds.”

Details of the Agreements

Air Astana

Boeing estimates that Air Astana’s finalized order, once listed on their Orders & Deliveries site, will support over 20,000 jobs in the United States.

In addition to the 15 Dreamliners, Air Astana is also awaiting the delivery of three more Boeing 787-9s through leasing arrangements.

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Peter Foster, CEO of Air Astana, highlighted the airline’s commitment to enhancing its service capabilities from Central Asia and beyond. The arrival of the first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner next year marks a pivotal growth phase for the airline.

Foster emphasized: “With customer-friendly features, fuel efficiency, and flexible range, the new fleet of 18 Boeing 787-9 aircraft is poised to achieve great success.”

Currently, Air Astana operates three Boeing 767 widebody jets connecting Kazakhstan to various destinations in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Paul Righi, Boeing’s Vice President for Commercial Sales in Eurasia and India, remarked that the 787 Dreamliner has been vital to Air Astana’s operations since its inception and will play a crucial role in recognizing Central Asia’s rising significance in aviation.

Somon Air

Somon Air operates six Next-Generation 737 aircraft, servicing 25 destinations across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

This agreement marks Somon Air’s initial foray into the realm of widebody aircraft, with the purchase of 737-8s aimed at modernizing their all-737 fleet.

Abdulkosim Valiev, CEO of Somon Air, shared his enthusiasm about this commitment to expanding their fleet with advanced Boeing 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX planes. He noted that this investment is a significant step toward enhancing passenger service and comfort.

Furthermore, the airline plans to introduce new long-haul routes from Dushanbe with the 787-9 aircraft.

Paul Righi reiterated Boeing’s pivotal role in Somon Air’s development, stating that the versatility and performance capabilities of the 787-9 and 737-8 are essential for the airline’s operational expansion.

Uzbekistan Airways

On September 22, 2025, Uzbekistan Airways confirmed an order for 14 Boeing 787-9s, with options for an additional eight planes, with deliveries commencing in 2031.

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This airline is notable for being the only operator of long-haul Boeing 787 Dreamliners in Central Asia, having successfully utilized this aircraft type for nearly ten years.

The signing of the extended contract was observed by US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade, Laziz Kudratov.

What are your thoughts on the future of Boeing’s aircraft orders in Central Asia?

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