Malaysian taxis face 7x fee hike for Singapore entry from 2027
Malaysian taxis will face a significant fee increase for entering Singapore starting in 2027, with the permit cost rising from a nominal S$2 per month to S$15 per trip. This move aims to address the wide disparity in vehicle ownership costs between the two nations.
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