Namibia disowns leaked memo on Ethiopian Airlines managing proposed national carrier
Namibia's Ministry of Works and Transport disowned a leaked memorandum suggesting it agreed to give Ethiopian Airlines executive control of a proposed national carrier. The ministry described the talks as exploratory with no binding commitments.
Key Facts
- Namibia's Ministry of Works and Transport disowned a leaked memorandum regarding Ethiopian Airlines.
- The reported proposal involved Ethiopian Airlines seeking the right to appoint key executives for a proposed national carrier.
- Talks were held in Addis Ababa on August 21 and 22 between Namibian officials and Mesfin Tasew.
Why it matters in Ethiopia: Ethiopian Airlines is Ethiopia's state flag carrier, and its international expansion deals carry substantial economic significance.
Coverage
- Addis Fortune: Namibia's government has disowned a leaked memorandum revealing it agreed to hand Ethiopian Airlines Group executive control of its proposed national carrier
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