‘Uber is back:’ Netizens celebrate as LTFRB lifts suspension

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‘Uber is back:’  Netizens celebrate as LTFRB lifts suspension
Meanwhile, some social media users direct their attention toward the LTFRB after its decision to lift the suspension

MANILA, Philippines – This is not a drill. Uber is back in business in the Philippines.

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Tuesday, August 29, lifted the suspension order on Uber after the company fully complied with its requirements.

The company paid a P190-million fine and provided compensation to its drivers during the suspension period.

“UBER IS BACK” became the top trending topic in the Philippines shortly after the announcement of LTFRB.

UBER IS BACK. Screenshot from Twitter



Amid the celebration, some social media users directed their attention toward the LTFRB after its decision to lift the suspension:





Here are more tweets from the netizens:

The transport giant was supposed to be suspended from August 15 to September 13, a total of 30 days, but it filed a petition asking the LTFRB to downgrade the penalty to a fine instead.

What are your thoughts on the LTFRB’s decision to lift the suspension? Let us know in the comments! – Rappler.com

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