Nick Minchin (SA, Liberal Party, Minister for Finance and Administration) Share this | Hansard source

I am not aware of that. Senator Coonan, of course, represents ASIC in this chamber. I do not have a brief on ASIC’s role in the whole Qantas issue. I am well aware of the role of the FIRB and the ACCC in examining matters relating to the proposed Qantas purchase, but I am not aware of any role by ASIC. I recall from estimates, when I was there, that ASIC did not raise any concerns or issues with respect to the way in which the Qantas matter was being handled. If there is any information, I can provide it to Senator Fielding, but I am certainly not aware of any ASIC involvement in this issue.