Emirates didn't get what it wants/expected from the Canadian government so it went to its government to arm twist the Canadian government into submission.
Air Canada (may have) went to its government to ask it to fend off the 'assault' by Emirates, citing the possibility of its demise as a consequence.
Seems reasonable to me so what did I miss?
It's okay for EK to further its self interests through its government but not for Air Canada?
C'mon. Where is this debate heading?
Willie