Berlusconi threatens to block AF KLM/Alitalia merger, promises new bid

Silvio Berlusconi, who is favored to take over as Italian prime minister following next month's elections, said Friday that he will reject Air France KLM's acquisition of Alitalia if and when he assumes office. A day after calling on Italian bidders to step forward and make an offer ( ATWOnline...

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