After massive protests, Jakarta allows Uber and Grab to operate, but with conditions

After massive protests, Jakarta allows Uber and Grab to operate, but with conditions

Coordinating Minister for Politic and Security Affairs Luhut Binsar Panjaitan (2nd Left) and Minister for Communication and Information Rudiantara (2nd right) - Photo by Vincencia NLS

The governor of Indonesia’s Jakarta province has allowed ride-sharing apps like Uber and Grab to run their business, after massive protests by traditional taxi operators against such app-startups turned violent.

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