Phuket meter taxis plan a one-day strike, lamenting fewer jobs while fuel prices soar, saying they can't survive anymore.

Phuket meter taxi drivers will stage a one-day strike on April 3, citing plummeting job opportunities and surging fuel costs that they say have made it impossible to continue operating. The drivers, who serve Phuket’s main tourist and local transport routes, announced the stoppage after reporting a sharp decline in passenger numbers.

Drivers cite unsustainable conditions

Representatives said the number of daily fares has dropped significantly in recent months, while fuel prices have continued to climb. Drivers argue that their current earnings do not cover basic expenses, including fuel and vehicle maintenance.

The group emphasized that this is a coordinated, one-day action intended to highlight the severity of their situation. They have called on authorities to address the imbalance between operating costs and declining demand.

Source: https://www.thaipost.net/district-news/974553/