Starting Monday (May 4), intercity taxi service was allowed with two passengers and a family member, while next week is expected to expand the movement of vehicles without authorization within the counties, while there is not yet a decision for intercity bus transport. In an interview with ABC News, Kujtim Mema, president of the Interurban National Transport Association, said that due to pandemics, ticket prices could rise by 30%.
"Most intercity transport is with bank loans and a second loan is not good for us, as two loans together is difficult to repay. Postponing loans is an advantage, but it is still money that needs to be repaid. ?
He added:
"The security protocol situation could lead to an increase in tickets. This is not intentional, but mandatory. If we go half capacity, the ticket will increase by 30%, although it is expected to see how the situation will continue. ?
During the communication, Memaj said that if the intercity transport lines do not open this month, the government should implement a financial assistance package for this business.
