I agree that the pay should be the same for the same work but we all know that expats are the first ones to be axed when there is a hiccup.
It may sound unfair at places like Emirates, Turkish and other places that offer permanent position per se; but expats on contractual basis never know when they are shown the door. Look at what happened and what is happening in India regarding expat pilots.
Everything being equal and normal, yes same work should equal to same pay.
When local commanders are not enough, countries have to rely on outside help and thus pay premium according to the demand/supply rule.
Expats get more with lucrative perks too!
Expats are the first ones to be shown the door too!
