Uber will suspend its services in Taiwan from 10 February, as it deals with an "escalating dispute" with authorities in the country. The Taiwanese government has demanded the ride-hailing company pay $4.25m in back taxes following allegations that Uber was an illegal service. The row centres on Uber's registration as a software company in Taiwan in 2013. The authorities have said the firm needs to re-register as a transportation service. In China, Didi Chuxing is also facing pressure over its business model.
Uber will suspend its services in Taiwan from 10 February, as it deals with an "escalating dispute" with authorities in the country. The Taiwanese government has demanded the ride-hailing company pay $4.25m in back taxes following allegations that Uber was an illegal service. The row centres on Uber's registration as a software company in Taiwan in 2013. The authorities have said the firm needs to re-register as a transportation service. "In the face of this impasse, we must create a new path forward", said the firm in a statement.