If I was a politician, there would be only two issues:
- If QANTAS is to be treated as just another commercial entity then competition should be opened up ... thus potentially reducing fares and improving service. If the airline's profits drop, or it goes bust ... who cares ... there's plenty of other airlines to come in and fill the void.
- However, if we are to treat QANTAS as THE Australian Airline/THE Australian Icon/THE Australian company, then we need to ensure that its competition is reduced and its profits maximised. To be afforded this treatment/protection the Airline has certain responsibilities ... Australian ownership, Australian Staff, Australian maintenance.
It's over to you, QANTAS.