Uber suspends UberX services in South Korea — but promises to return
Uber has suspended its UberX service in South Korea following ongoing disputes with the country’s officials. “Effective today, we are suspending UberX, our ridesharing platform,” said the US company in a statement. “After consulting with Seoul City Transport Division … we determined it was in the best interests of Korean riders, drivers, and the community as a whole to further define our business offerings within the current confines of the regulatory framework, without ambiguity.”
This “ambiguity” is what has led Seoul’s government to accuse Uber of running an illegal taxi service. Ever since the ride-hailing app launched in South Korea’s capital in 2013 it has had to fight an uphill battle, with officials planning to build their…
Source:: The Verge
