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“The effect of the foreign direct investment of Etihad in Jet Airways and the implied bilateral agreement of air services between India and the UAE has primarily damaged Air India, which is a government-owned airline with huge assets that are extremely valuable.” quote by Subramanian Swamy
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“The effect of the foreign direct investment of Etihad in Jet Airways and the implied bilateral agreement of air services between India and the UAE has primarily damaged Air India, which is a government-owned airline with huge assets that are extremely valuable.”

Subramanian Swamy

About This Quote

The FDI by Etihad in Jet Airways and the India‑UAE air‑services pact have harmed Air India, a valuable state‑owned carrier.

In simple terms: Etihad’s investment and a bilateral pact hurt Air India’s market position.

Key Takeaway

Assess policy impacts on national carriers.

Themes

economics politics aviation

Mood

analytical critical

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • government strategy meetings
  • industry analysis
  • investment reviews
  • policy debates

Key Concepts

foreign investment bilateral agreements state assets

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards can protect national airlines?
  • How should governments balance foreign investment with domestic interests?
A Different Perspective

Air India may still have strategic value despite damage.

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