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Taxi Strike in Cyprus: Drivers Demand Action Against Ride-Hailing Apps

Published January 13, 2026, 11:14
Taxi Strike in Cyprus: Drivers Demand Action Against Ride-Hailing Apps

Taxi drivers in Cyprus are on strike protesting the unregulated operation of ride-hailing apps, particularly at Larnaca Airport. They accuse the apps of assigning work to taxis from other cities without adhering to established base locations, creating unfair competition and piracy. They demand that the apps only operate with taxis based in Larnaca to protect their livelihoods. The Pan-Cypriot Taxi Association is calling for checks and, if not feasible, for the suspension of the apps until legality is ensured.