Qantas-Emirates deal gets final backing from Australia

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Qantas Airways has won a final approval from Australia's competition watchdog for its partnership with Emirates.

The alliance is seen as key to Qantas' attempts to turn around its loss-making international operations.

The Australian carrier's international division has been hurt by slowing demand from key markets, growing competition and higher fuel costs.

The alliance with Emirates, agreed last year, will see the two collaborate on pricing, sales and flight scheduling.
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