Opposition Calls for Powers to Force Australia’s National Carrier to Sell Subsidiary

Published on September 9, 2024

The federal opposition has urged the Labor government to consider forcing Australia’s flag carrier Qantas to sell its subsidiary airline, Jetstar, claiming it will improve competition in the aviation industry. On Sept. 9, shadow transport minister and Senate Nationals Leader Bridget McKenzie said it was time for the government to stop “protecting” Qantas and examine the use of divestiture powers. McKenzie said the government had helped maintain Qantas’ market dominance with its decision to block competition from Qatar Airways, and prevent the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) from monitoring airfares. At the same time, the shadow minister said the government’s unwillingness to carry out aviation reform was detrimental to Australian consumers and businesses....

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