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The Ministry of Transportation orders Uber to cease operations. (Image source / Uber)
After talks with the Ministry of Transportation, Uber stated on January 19 that it planned to cooperate with the Republic of China Taxi Drivers’ Union National Federation to launch Uber TAXI. However, it is still operating illegally, and drivers have gradually joined unlicensed fleets to continue illegal operations. Consumers should be especially cautious when choosing to ride.
Regarding Uber’s ongoing illegal operations, in January 2017 the Ministry of Transportation sternly informed Uber representatives that before any relevant legislative amendment proposals were specifically made and passed, Uber and Taiwan Yubo Company should uphold corporate social responsibility, operate legally in accordance with our country’s laws, and cease all illegal business activities that violate current laws. If Uber continues to disregard our country’s laws and operate illegally, the Ministry of Transportation has instructed the Directorate General of Highways to continue cracking down on Uber’s violations and impose ongoing penalties. The ministry also once again urges those intending to engage in similar business operations to comply with existing government regulations, immediately cease any violations, and uphold market order and consumer rights.
Uber responded that it will suspend services starting February 10 and hopes the Taiwanese government can keep up with global transportation trends, and also looks forward to resuming services as soon as possible.