Qatar Air CEO Al Baker on Spat with Airbus, Pandemic Impact

The transcript covers a range of topics including the forced landing of an airplane in Belarus, the impact of COVID-19 on airline operations, Qatar Airways' financial strategies, and their aircraft delivery plans. It also discusses future outlooks on mergers and acquisitions, tourism in Qatar, and women's rights in the region.

What was the international reaction to the airplane incident over Belarus?

• The EU increased flights over Belarus.

• The UN Civil Aviation Agency wanted to investigate.

• The EU considered banning all flights over Belarus.

• The UN decided to ignore the incident.

How did Qatar Airways manage its finances during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• By laying off a large number of employees.

• By stopping all flights temporarily.

• By receiving a $3 billion equity injection from the government.

• By reducing ticket prices significantly.

What issue does Qatar Airways have with Airbus?

• A disagreement over the A380 aircraft.

• A serious issue that remains undisclosed.

• A dispute over flight routes.

• A problem with Boeing deliveries.

What is Qatar Airways' position on the Boeing 777X deliveries?

• They have canceled all orders for the 777X.

• They are the launch customer and expect deliveries by 2023.

• They are waiting for Airbus to deliver the 777X.

• They are not interested in the 777X.

What is Qatar's expectation for tourism in 2022?

• A decline in visitors due to COVID-19.

• An increase in visitors due to a major football event.

• A focus on business travelers only.

• No change in visitor numbers.

How does Qatar address women's rights according to the transcript?

• Women have no rights in Qatar.

• Women have equal rights to men.

• Women are considered second-class citizens.

• Women's rights are not a priority.

What image does Qatar want to project to visitors?

• A welcoming country with rich experiences beyond football.

• A destination for short visits only.

• A place with limited tourist attractions.

• A country focused solely on business.