Sharing EconomyGrab and Go-Jek face the new challenge of fare regulators
Singapore and Indonesia say they want to safeguard drivers and riders alike
Regulators in Singapore and Indonesia could force ride-hailing operator Grab and Go-Jek to set parameters for their fares -- and kick off a global trend (Photo by Kosaku Mimura).
KENTARO IWAMOTO, Nikkei staff writer
August 14, 2019 17:31 JST
SINGAPORE -- Indonesian and Singaporean lawmakers are tightening regulation of ride-hailing fares in a sign that authorities are increasing oversight of service providers such as Grab and Go-Jek now that apps have become key links to mass transportation.