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Qatar exec departure could clear the air for fresh landing rights bid

Qatar Airways’ outgoing chief executive is no stranger to controversy, having built the airline into a globally significant force during his lengthy tenure.

Ayesha de Kretser
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Qatar Airways’ outspoken chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, will leave the airline after 27 years, sparking hopes that his replacement could strike a more conciliatory tone in Canberra.

Badr Mohammed Al-Meer was named as Mr Al Baker’s successor from November 5.

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Ayesha de Kretser is a senior reporter with The Australian Financial Review covering the aviation and tourism sectors. She has previously reported on banking, mining and commodity markets. Connect with Ayesha on Twitter. Email Ayesha at ayesha.dekretser@afr.com.au
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