Hong Kong proposes issuing 10,000 permits for drivers on ride-hailing apps like Uber
The Hong Kong government has proposed issuing 10,000 new vehicle permits for ride-hailing services like Uber, which is less than half of what industry representatives requested. This move aims to regulate the ride-hailing industry, which has faced legal challenges due to the prevalence of unlicensed drivers. The new regulations are set to take effect in phases, with most becoming effective in August 2026 and the remainder by August 2027.
- ▪The proposed cap of 10,000 permits is significantly lower than the 20,500 requested by industry representatives.
- ▪Uber has argued that the initial quota will not meet rider demand and could lead to increased wait times and fares.
- ▪The new regulations will require all ride-hailing platforms to be licensed and ensure that all drivers and vehicles have permits.
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- ▪ Hong Kong to set ride-hailing permit quota at 10,000 under regulatory push — South China Morning Post
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onHong Kong proposes issuing 10,000 permits for drivers on ride-hailing apps like UberThe Hong Kong government has proposed issuing 10,000 new vehicle permits for online ride-hailing services like UberByKANIS LEUNG Associated PressMay 26, 2026, 11:15 AM1:23FILE - Impounded vehicles meant to be used for Uber service, center, are parked inside the police cordon line at a police station in Hong Kong, Tuesday, May 23, 2017.
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