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Qatar Airways chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker said: "Alliances are playing an increasingly important role in the airline industry today - and that will continue long into the future. Qatar Airways has carefully reviewed its strategic options and it is very clear that joining Oneworld is by far the best way forward for us as we look to strengthen our competitive offering and give passengers what they fully deserve - more choice.”
Willie Walsh, chief executive of IAG, parent of British Airways and Iberia, said: "In Qatar Airways, Oneworld is pleased to welcome another great airline that will enhance Oneworld's network and product offerings in one of the world's fastest growing regions for air travel demand.”
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