Originally Posted by CXBA

apparently 9W has second thoughts about joining *:

http://www.indianexpress.com/news/je...iance/993545/0

officially the reason is the perceived threat from SQ, most likely LH in their usual arrogant way has started to make requests to make sure their precious position in subcontinent is not further challenged by another entrant (after EK and TK onslaught intra-alliance) and Goyal does not really want to be the wallah for the germans...
9W would be a great addition for OW, and with IT in tow they can strengthen an already good alliance coverage of SE Asia. Hope this is a good chance for BA/IAG to put forward their best offer and definitely convince them to join.