Extend fuel subsidy or watch costs go up, Hong Kong taxi, minibus drivers warn

Hong Kong taxi and minibus drivers urge the government to extend a two-month liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidy amid uncertainty over Middle East conflicts. They warn that ending the subsidy could raise monthly operating costs by up to 33%, as the policy offers a 50 HK cents per litre rebate on LPG for taxis, minibuses, and school buses.