Plan for 10,000 ride-hailing licences triggers industry clash over Hong Kong’s on-demand mobility future
Draft legislation published on 27 May would legalise ride-hailing in Hong Kong but limit the first batch of licences to 10,000 vehicles, roughly half the number platforms had sought. Uber says the cap will under-serve tourists and business travellers, while taxi unions want even tighter limits. The outcome will affect corporate travel budgets, airport-transfer reliability and policy compliance for globally-mobile staff.
May 28, 2026
