Frank Borman
If Singapore were to come into this country and start a third airline they would have to be welcomed. Even Dixon and Moore- Wilton could not have the goal posts moved that much considering the originally, foreign owned Virgin Blue precedent.
Gaunty
Singapore is our most capable and reliable ally in South East Asia. So treacherous has New Zealand been as a shirker of defence capability and obligations, it could be argued that Singapore our closest ally in the region. What do you fear? They have a permament American air/naval presence and have proved capable in the War On Terror.
On the battlefield or in joint ops I would have our troops briefed on "Face Saving" and it's ramifications!
Open Skies
We are in the strong position, not Singapore, not AirNZ and not anybody else. Government must realise this and any open sky arrangements should suit us!
Who could forget when the Kiwis tried it on a few years ago, only to have their cherry picking aspirations quashed by Keating.
There was nothing in it for Australia then and there may not be anything in it now.