“Uber has a big Americanism ego – I am the boss, and I am the rule setter who can set the rules of the game I play. Because of this mindset, Uber has clashed with the legal and cultural systems of many places in the world,” Chan told about 100 stakeholders in a private speech, a recording of which was obtained by the Post.
Chan made the remarks as Uber continued its uphill battle to make headway in a city where ride-sharing is illegal. Disgruntled taxi drivers have stepped up their war against the US firm for depriving them of business, with go-slow protests and threats of taking more drastic action to “defend” their rights.
Uber’s outsized American ego a problem says Hong Kong transport minister as US Consulate gets involved | South China Morning Post