Dubai Moves to Shield Prized Emirates Airline From Virus Fallout

The transcript discusses Dubai's financial aid to Emirates Airline, highlighting the government's commitment to support the airline without specifying the aid's size or timing. It covers Emirates' aircraft obligations, including debt service and operating expenses. The discussion extends to potential bailout packages for Middle Eastern airlines, emphasizing the advantage of state ownership in securing aid. The importance of Emirates to Dubai's economy, reliant on tourism, trade, and cargo, is also noted.

How much debt did Emirates airline reportedly have last year?

What role does tourism and trade play in the economy of Dubai as it relates to Emirates airline?