China enshrines ride-hailing curbs in another blow to Didi

Agencies including the antitrust watchdog, transport ministry and public security bureau issued a formal package of rules Tuesday aimed at protecting the rights of the millions of ride-hailing drivers that underpin the sector’s growth. — AFP

China issued its most comprehensive set of guidelines yet governing the growth and expansion of its ride-hailing industry, dealing a fresh blow to leader Didi Global Inc.

Agencies including the antitrust watchdog, transport ministry and public security bureau issued a formal package of rules Tuesday aimed at protecting the rights of the millions of ride-hailing drivers that underpin the sector’s growth.