Industry-Wide Legal Solutions Base to Support the Taxi Sector
At the X International Eurasian Taxi Forum, the SME sector will unveil a collaborative project aimed at building a comprehensive base of lawful solutions for the taxi industry. The initiative brings together all stakeholders with a shared interest in stronger, clearer regulation and more predictable operations for taxi firms, individual drivers, executive agencies, call aggregators, and passengers alike.
In the face of a regulatory framework that varies by region, questions frequently arise about who bears responsibility for harm to life and health in taxi services. The discussion will cover the division of liability among ride aggregators, taxi fleets, and drivers; the legal ties with leasing companies; the coverage provided by OSAGO passenger taxi insurance; the application of administrative accountability; and the distribution of state aid measures. The forum aims to translate these complex relationships into practical, enforceable rules that protect all parties involved.
Historically, the forum has drawn broad participation from municipal authorities, regional government bodies, and key ministries. In its latest session, the event will be held with the active support of the city administration as well as the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to aligning federal policy with regional needs and industry realities.
Participation is expected to surpass prior editions, with more than a thousand delegates anticipated from federal and regional authorities, expert communities, and professionals representing the taxi sector and allied industries across Russia and members of the EAEU. The breadth of experience and expertise is intended to ensure that proposals emerging from various public relations circles are robust and well-grounded in practical considerations.
The forum’s ultimate result will be a public resolution designed to gather and organize the diverse proposals circulating among stakeholders in the taxi ecosystem. The plan is for these recommendations to inform the State Duma as it drafts new federal legislation governing taxi services. By consolidating insights from operators, regulators, insurers, and users, the process aims to shape a modern regulatory framework that supports safety, efficiency, and fair competition across the Eurasian transport landscape. This approach aligns with the broader goal of creating a transparent environment where rules reflect everyday realities and facilitate sustainable growth in the taxi sector, now and into the future.
In addition to shaping policy, the forum seeks to enhance professional standards, improve risk management practices, and promote the adoption of best practices across taxi operations. The collaborative model demonstrates how industry players can work with government bodies to address emerging challenges, including passenger safety, liability clarity, insurance coverage, and equitable access to state resources. The result promises a more stable operating climate, clearer expectations for service quality, and greater confidence for passengers and operators alike.
As the dialogue continues, observers note that the initiative could set a precedent for how transitional regulatory issues are handled in the transport sector. By foregrounding open collaboration and evidence-based proposals, the forum aspires to accelerate reform while maintaining a flexible framework capable of adapting to evolving market conditions and technological advances in dispatch systems, fleet management, and data sharing. The shared objective remains straightforward: craft a cohesive legal toolkit that supports a safe, fair, and efficient taxi industry across the regions, with a clear path from policy proposals to enacted law.
The outcomes will be tallied through a formal public resolution, capturing the wealth of insights from all parties involved in the taxi ecosystem. This document will serve as a reference point for policymakers, regulators, and industry participants as they navigate the transition from discussion to concrete legislative action. The emphasis is on practical, enforceable rules that reflect real-world operations, ensuring that the taxi sector can thrive within a transparent and accountable regulatory environment.