Given the recent measures implemented by the Tamaulipas State Government to strictly monitor the use of digital transportation platforms such as Uber and Didi, business leaders are expressing concern.
The Federation of Chambers of Commerce, Services, and Tourism of Tamaulipas (Fecanaco) stated that these actions do not contribute to fundamentally addressing the challenges facing public transportation in the state, such as the modernization of its units.
“What we have observed over the years is that the government has failed to establish a clear order in the concessioned service, which is its direct responsibility,” said Roberto Cruz Hernández, secretary of Fecanaco Tamaulipas.
Public transportation without modernization or efficiency: business leaders point out
He noted that while authorities insist on being more rigid with innovative platforms, concessioned public transportation units continue to operate in the state in evidently poor condition and pose a risk to the safety of users.
“There is still no comprehensive public policy to modernize transportation in Tamaulipas. Users still lack clean, efficient, and safe options; and now, the few modern alternatives face restrictions that limit their operation,” the business leader added.
Transportation and delivery platforms: an efficient and self-employment option
“Fecanaco emphasizes that platforms not only represent a reliable alternative for users, they are also a legitimate source of self-employment for thousands of people who find in them the opportunity to generate income, whether full-time or part-time.
Instead of protecting this form of entrepreneurship, the government has failed to provide security for those who depend on these innovative tools,” stated Roberto Cruz Hernández.
Tamaulipas must invest in innovation
For the business sector, this type of provision sends the wrong message to those seeking to innovate and undertake business in the state.
“The government must encourage investment and innovation, offering incentives that make Tamaulipas an attractive state for economic development. Stopping platforms only benefits established monopolies and harms users,” the secretary stated.
He recalled that the UN’s 2030 SDG Agenda promotes safe, accessible, and sustainable transportation systems, fostering innovation, modern infrastructure, decent work, and clean alternatives.
Digital transportation platforms align with this, so it is crucial that public policies strengthen them, ensuring competitiveness, safety, and sustainability.
Fecanaco Tamaulipas called on the state government to rethink its mobility policy, placing user needs, competitiveness, and innovation at the center.
“The people of Tamaulipas deserve modern, clean, and efficient transportation. It is the government’s obligation to guarantee this and, at the same time, allow private alternatives to continue complementing mobility responsibly,” concluded Roberto Cruz Hernández.
Source: oem
