Author: Oscar Liu

Hong Kong’s taxi industry is embarking on a three-month courtesy drive to improve its reputation. Ambassadors will visit cab stations, including those at airports and border checkpoints, to remind drivers to be polite. The Hong Kong Taxi Council will kick off the initiative on June 11, following a campaign by the Hong Kong Tourism Board to promote visitor-friendly behavior. The council aims to address complaints of poor service quality with the campaign. A kick-off ceremony will take place near the Legislative Council Complex in Admiralty. The initiative will involve recruiting ambassadors to distribute materials to remind cabbies to communicate positively…

During a recent meeting with President Xi Jinping in Jinan, Hong Kong tycoon Victor Fung Kwok-king shared his vision for the city to become a multinational supply chain center for mainland Chinese companies amidst changing global trends. Fung, the chairman of the Fung Group, suggested how Hong Kong could develop into a supply chain hub for medium-sized businesses from mainland China and overseas multinationals. Their suggestions, including integrating Hong Kong into the country’s development plans, could be discussed at the upcoming Communist Party meeting in July. Xi emphasized the importance of addressing institutional obstacles and structural issues to solve economic…

Uber Taxi offers a convenient way for passengers to book rides with upfront prices, bypassing traditional taxi meters. The ongoing battle between Hong Kong taxis and the US-based platform has sparked debate about fair regulations and solutions to address the imbalance in the interests of stakeholders. Lawmakers propose alternative approaches, such as buying back taxi licenses to create a level playing field for both taxi owners and ride-hailing drivers. The Law Reform Commission of Hong Kong has also considered regulatory options to ensure passenger safety and service quality. The debate around Uber’s legality in Hong Kong highlights the need for…