Get on your bike: calls for bigger push to make Hong Kong more cycle-friendly
Campaigners say Hong Kong should look to Taiwan for biking inspiration
There are 57,700 public bicycle parking spaces in Hong Kong, according to the government, but it seems hardly any of them are being used on a daily basis.
They maintain this is particularly concerning given the city’s rising number of private car owners and increasing air pollution problems.
William Fung, an architect and co-founder of campaign group City Cycling Action, said the government desperately needs to revise its approach and should look to Taiwan, specifically Taipei, for cycling inspiration.
“Taiwan is doing a great job,” he said. “They have bicycle lanes on the main road, and sometimes allow bikes to ride on the pavement. They also have a good urban bike renting system. All these policies show they have a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle in the city. I could imagine Hong Kong could be like that. We really want this to happen and we want to work with the government.”