Pakistan Airlines staff go on strike, grounding some flights in Pakistan

KARACHI, Pakistan – Employees at Pakistan’s state-owned airline went on strike Tuesday in protest against a proposed route-sharing agreement with Turkish Airlines, an airline spokesman said. The move grounded two international and four domestic flights. The action involved a small group of pilots and support staff, according to Pakistan International Airlines spokesman Mashhood Tajwar. Some employees opposed to the strike scuffled with its supporters at Karachi International Airport, according to witnesses. Union bosses were not available for comment, and it was not clear whether the strike would spread or be sustained. PIA bosses have said they are considering sharing some routes with…

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Pakistan Airlines staff go on strike, grounding some flights in Pakistan

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