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Hong Kong plans to regulate Uber and other online ride-hailing services

Hong Kong plans to regulate Uber and other online ride-hailing services

Washington Post13 hours ago
HONG KONG — The Hong Kong government on Tuesday unveiled proposals to regulate online ride-hailing services provided by tech companies like Uber, requiring platforms, cars and drivers to be licensed before hitting the road.
In a document sent to the legislature, transport officials said those companies applying for a license would need to have business registration and an office in the city. They also said the platforms would have to fulfill certain conditions on operating experience, proof of financial capability and capital investment, in addition to ensuring the cars and drivers working for them already purchased the required insurance.
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