Why? Ride-hailing firms such as Uber that operate in the UAE will be required to sign a deal that will allow passengers to order public taxis through their apps. The move comes after Dubai authorities said they would ban private hire cars from operating within its city limits. The RTA said this is designed to give the public greater choice and also to allow it to control tariffs and ensure the safety of passengers. Other ride-hailing companies will have to sign similar deals in March 2017 in order to continue operating in Dubai.
Ride-hailing firms such as Uber that operate in the UAE will be required to sign a deal that will allow passengers to order public taxis through their apps. The move comes after Dubai authorities said they would ban private hire cars from operating within its city limits. The RTA said this is designed to give the public greater choice and also to allow it to control tariffs and ensure the safety of passengers. Other ride-hailing companies will have to sign similar deals in March 2017 in order to continue operating in Dubai.