Explained: Why Qatar is an unlikely suitor for Jet Airways

While Etihad is seeking an exit from Jet, a negotiation between Qatar Airways and Etihad looks impossible given strained relations between the two Gulf nations

Qatar Airways is unlikely to bail out Jet Airways at this stage in the backdrop of geopolitical tensions in West Asia and uncertainty over the grant of additional traffic rights to the country, say aviation experts.

According to a media report, Jet Airways chairman Naresh Goyal and his son Nivaan gave a presentation to the Qatar Airways management this week following the collapse of negotiations with its strategic partner Etihad Airways. Neither Jet Airways nor Qatar Airways have confirmed or denied the meeting. 

In January, however, Qatar Airways group chief executive officer Akbar Al Baker ruled out investing in Jet till Etihad