unless everyone is terminated in one fell swoop it is quite probable the expat contracts simply won't get renewed.
this is how other operators did things, so rba is likely to follow that path.
so you're looking at your contract, and in times gone by it would be renewed november, or maybe april; whatever month, it is all the same.
start dates for pilots are always varied, so the non-renewal/termination will proably vary...you get the drift?
i've heard a mate there in rba say 'well, we're on a lower base pay and are experienced captains so they'll keep us until last'...
that's wishful thinking.
here's the thing: while there are jobs out there and you have a job, get out while you can before you are pushed.
go now.
that you didn't see this as being painted very clearly on the wall of truth sometime ago is immaterial.
the paint is now dry, and the message loud and clear for those with eyes open and ears pinned back.
hope springs eternal, true, but hoping for a savior (his majesty) to keep the airline and your job afloat can not be relied upon.
good luck, pilgrims.