Motorcycle Taxi Riders Propose Passenger Verification, SOS Button for Enhanced Safety
Motorcycle taxi riders in the Philippines are pushing for enhanced safety measures, including passenger identity verification and an SOS button in their ride-hailing apps. This comes amid rising incidents of violence against riders, highlighting the need for standardized safety protocols across platforms.
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