A poster on another forum has just made the following statement:
"I personally know three expat captains called into the office in the last four years that were told:
"Either go onto local terms or leave"
The story has unfolded.
The information that was conveniently missing was:
1. That their contracts were nearing expiry.
2. There was no obligation on either party to renew the contract as per the existing terms. But a fresh contract was offered, and it was to be on local terms.
3. This fresh contract, on local terms, were the only terms being offered to them, hence, in 5 words, take it or leave it.
It is not quite the same picture being painted, as the original author intended by his convenient omission of certain integral events, as having 3 expat captains being called in, suddenly and for no apparent reason, and being given an ultimatum.
Thank you for seeking the facts out.