Air India's New CEO Was Set to Lead Pakistan International Airlines Before Appointment

The new CEO of Air India was about to be given a major responsibility by the neighboring country Pakistan. But then suddenly the game was played. You may not believe it, but it is true. Tewolde GebreMariam, the former head of Ethiopian Airlines, who has now been appointed as the CEO and Managing Director of Air India, was earlier about to take charge of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). It is reported that PIA was waiting for security clearance before announcing him as its Chief Executive. According to media reports, he was about to take charge of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) just a few weeks before the Tata Group airline confirmed his appointment. In July, there were reports that PIA had chosen this veteran executive to reform the airline after privatization, but his appointment was never formally announced. The Pakistan International Airlines Board of Directors, a consortium led by the Arif Habib Group, was the first to shortlist him for the role.