Hong Kong’s John Lee warns taxi drivers against targeting Uber with sting operations

City leader John Lee calls for calm amid ‘divergent views’ over regulation of ride-hailing services, says transport authorities to unveil industry study after July. ‘These operations involve some legal issues, and even if law enforcements undertake them, they are subject to strict rules,’ he adds. — SCMP

Hong Kong’s leader has urged taxi drivers to stop launching sting operations against Uber drivers, warning such efforts require proper training and legal knowledge.

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Tuesday sought to address “divergent views” among residents over the regulation of ride-hailing services, saying transport authorities would unveil a report on the topic after July.