WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 11, 2018) – In response to the Trump administration’s deal with the United Arab Emirates to enforce the Open Skies trade agreement, the Partnership for Open & Fair Skies released the following statement:

“This agreement is a win for American jobs and shows that President Trump stands up to countries that violate our trade agreements,” said Scott Reed, campaign manager for the Partnership for Open and Fair Skies. “We are extremely pleased that the UAE has finally admitted what we have said all along – its government subsidies harm competition. This agreement will freeze Emirates and Etihad Airways from adding additional direct flights from the United States to Europe and Asia. We deeply appreciate President Trump’s leadership in enforcing our international agreements and standing up for American workers.”