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Keep global alliances, airlines tell Obama administration

24 March 2009

Alliances have improved efficiencies and promoted healthy competition, but the US administration is concerned they serve the corporate interest above that of the customer

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Airlines and travel companies have pleaded with the US administration not to abolish airline global alliances, claiming the move will lead to job losses and inefficiencies at a time the industry is struggling with declining demand and recession.

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