The flag carriers of Uzbekistan and Tajikistan have announced orders this week for Boeing aircraft. Somon Air, the national carrier for the country of Tajikistan, has committed to place its biggest aircraft order ever, for up to 14 Boeing 787 and 737 MAX aircraft. Uzbekistan Airways looks to convert its options to a firm order, which will be composed of eight Boeing 787-9 aircraft, now making its total order for 22 airplanes.

These orders symbolise a commitment to Boeing airplanes and will further enhance connectivity to the region. Both orders were made at the C5+1 Summit, the 10th anniversary of the diplomatic platform. The C5+1 diplomatic platform represents the U.S. Government and a joint engagement with all five Central Asian governments (the C5). These are Kazakhstan ,

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