Over 11,000 Applicants for New Hong Kong Taxi, Ride Hailing Test The news that over 11,000 applicants have expressed interest in taking the new joint examination for taxi and ride hailing car driver permits in Hong Kong comes as no surprise.
The numbers are staggering, but more telling is the underlying message: this is not just about getting behind the wheel of a cab or a ride hailing vehicle; it's about the future of urban mobility.
According to Transport Minister Mable Chan, the response from applicants has exceeded expectations. However, what's more interesting is the context.