Beijing Regulator Opens Investigations into Four Online Travel Booking Platforms for Suspected Violations
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation opened case investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platforms—Fliggy, Tongcheng, Tujia, and Meituan—for suspected violations of China’s Anti-Unfair Competition Law and E-Commerce Law. All four companies issued statements pledging full cooperation with regulators, with Tongcheng, Tujia, and Fliggy confirming normal business operations. The specific nature of the alleged violations has not been disclosed.
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Beijing Regulators Investigate Fliggy, Tongcheng, Tujia, and Meituan Over Alleged Violations
The Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation has formally launched investigations into four major Chinese online hotel and travel platforms—Fliggy, Tongcheng, Tujia, and Meituan—for suspected violations of laws and regulations. The announcement was made early on a Monday morning. All four platforms issued statements pledging cooperation with the investigation. The article, published on NetEase Finance's self-media platform, suggests the probes likely target longstanding industry practices such as algorithmic price discrimination, false advertising, interference with hotel pricing, harsh refund policies, and concealing merchant qualifications. The author notes that these practices harm consumer rights and fair competition. The investigation follows a recent administrative penalty imposed on rival Ctrip by the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and an administrative guidance meeting held on September 15, where platforms were urged to self-inspect. The article speculates the investigation may take about six months and result in significant fines, reflecting public frustration with these platforms.
Read sourceBeijing Regulators Investigate Fliggy, Tongcheng, Tujia, Meituan Over Suspected Violations
The Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation has opened investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platforms: Fliggy (operated by Hangzhou Taomei Aviation Service Co.), Tongcheng Travel (HK0780, operated by Tongcheng Network Technology Co.), Tujia (operated by Tujia Online Information Technology), and Meituan (operated by Beijing Sankuai Information Technology), on suspicion of illegal activities. All four companies have responded, stating they will cooperate fully with regulators and implement requirements, with Fliggy, Tongcheng, and Tujia noting their businesses are operating normally. Separately, the China Cuisine Association issued a statement supporting regulatory enforcement, criticizing platforms for practices such as high commissions, mandatory bundling, opaque data, and low-price tactics that harm competitive order and consumer experience. The association called for transparency in platform rules and algorithms, abandonment of unfair competition, and strengthened industry self-regulation to promote sustainable development in the accommodation and catering sectors.
Read sourceFliggy Cooperates With Beijing Market Regulator Investigation Into Online Travel Platforms
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has officially launched an investigation into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of relevant illegal activities. The investigation follows work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and is based on preliminary verification results. Fliggy, one of the companies under investigation, issued a statement expressing that it attaches great importance to the matter. The company stated it will actively cooperate with all investigative work conducted by the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation and fully implement regulatory requirements. Fliggy emphasized that it consistently respects and upholds a fair, open, and orderly market environment, and will continue working with various stakeholders in the industry to promote high-quality development. The other three companies involved were not named in the report. The investigation signals increased regulatory scrutiny of China's online travel booking sector.
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Fliggy Responds to Investigation by Beijing Market Regulator, Pledges Full Cooperation
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has opened a case investigation into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities, based on work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and preliminary verification results. Fliggy, one of the platforms under investigation, issued a statement expressing its commitment to actively cooperate with all investigative work and fully implement regulatory requirements. The company stated it respects and upholds a fair, open, and orderly market environment and will continue working with industry stakeholders to promote high-quality development. The report originates from Jin10 Data, a Chinese financial news source.
Read sourceFliggy Cooperates With Beijing Market Regulator Investigation Into Online Travel Platforms
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has officially launched an investigation into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities, following work arrangements and preliminary verification results from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR). Fliggy, one of the platforms under investigation, issued a statement expressing that it attaches great importance to the matter and will actively cooperate with all investigative work conducted by the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation, while fully implementing regulatory requirements. Fliggy stated it has always respected and maintained a fair, open, and orderly market environment and will continue to work with various stakeholders in the industry to promote high-quality development. The specific nature of the alleged illegal activities was not detailed in the report.
Read sourceFliggy Cooperates with Beijing Market Regulator Investigation into Online Travel Platforms
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has officially launched an investigation into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities, following work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and based on preliminary verification results. In response, Fliggy, one of the platforms under investigation, issued a statement expressing its commitment to actively cooperate with all inquiries conducted by the Beijing regulator and to fully implement regulatory requirements. Fliggy stated it has always respected and maintained a fair, open, and orderly market environment and will continue working with industry partners to promote high-quality development. The investigation targets alleged violations by unnamed platforms, with Fliggy being the only named respondent in the report.
Read sourceMeituan Says It Will Cooperate After Beijing Regulator Launches Investigation Into Its Hotel Booking Platform
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation initiated an investigation into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities, following work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and preliminary verification results. Meituan, one of the companies under investigation, issued a statement confirming that its Meituan Hotel & Travel and other online hotel booking platforms had received notice from the Beijing regulator. Meituan stated it will actively cooperate with the regulatory authorities' investigations, fully implement supervisory requirements, and work with all parties in the industry to build a sustainable market environment. The investigation targets suspected violations of market regulation laws and regulations by relevant enterprises in the online hotel and travel booking sector.
Read sourceMeituan Vows Cooperation as Beijing Probes Four Hotel Booking Platforms
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation, acting under the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and based on preliminary verification results, lawfully initiated investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platforms suspected of illegal activities. In response, Meituan issued a statement confirming that its subsidiary, Meituan Hotel & Travel, received notification from the Beijing regulator regarding the probe. Meituan stated it will actively cooperate with the investigations, fully implement all supervisory requirements, and work with industry stakeholders to build a sustainable market environment. The specific nature of the alleged violations was not disclosed in the report.
Read sourceTongcheng Responds to Investigation, Vows Cooperation with Chinese Market Regulators
On September 19, Tongcheng Network Technology Co., Ltd. issued an announcement stating that the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation, acting under the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and based on preliminary verification results, has lawfully initiated investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities. Tongcheng confirmed it received the notice and attaches high importance to the matter. The company stated it will actively cooperate with regulatory authorities, fully implement all regulatory requirements, and make every effort to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of consumers and partners. Tongcheng emphasized that its various business operations are currently running normally. The company also pledged to continue enhancing its compliance standards and work with all parties in the industry to maintain a high-quality and sustainably developing market environment.
Read sourceMeituan to Cooperate with Beijing Market Regulation Investigation on Hotel Booking Platforms
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation, following the work arrangements of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and based on preliminary verification results, lawfully initiated investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of relevant illegal activities. In response, Meituan issued an announcement stating that its Meituan Hotel & Travel and other online hotel booking platforms have received notifications regarding the lawful initiation of investigations into related enterprises suspected of violating market regulation laws and regulations. Meituan Hotel & Travel stated it will actively cooperate with regulatory authorities in their investigations, fully implement all regulatory requirements, and work together with all parties in the industry to jointly build a sustainable market environment. The announcement did not specify the exact nature of the alleged illegal activities or the names of the other three companies under investigation.
Read sourceTongcheng Responds to Investigation, Vows Full Cooperation with Chinese Regulators
On September 19, Tongcheng Network Technology Co., Ltd. issued an announcement in response to being placed under investigation by the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation. The regulator, acting under the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), initiated case investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities. Tongcheng stated it attaches high importance to the matter and will actively cooperate with regulatory authorities, fully implement all requirements, and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of consumers and partners. The company confirmed that all business operations are currently running normally and pledged to continue enhancing compliance standards to maintain a high-quality and sustainably developing market environment.
Read sourceTongcheng Says It Will Cooperate After Beijing Opens Investigation Into Booking Platforms
On September 19, Cailian Press reported that Tongcheng Network Technology Co., Ltd. issued an announcement stating that the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation, following work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and based on preliminary verification findings, had officially opened investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of relevant illegal activities. Tongcheng stated that upon receiving the notice, it attached high importance to the matter and will actively cooperate with regulatory authorities, fully implement all regulatory requirements, and make every effort to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of consumers and partners. The company confirmed that its various business operations are currently running normally. Tongcheng also said it will continue to enhance its compliance standards and work with all parties in the industry to jointly maintain a high-quality and sustainably developing market environment.
Read sourceTujia Vows Full Cooperation After Beijing Launches Investigation Into Online Booking Platforms
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it had officially launched an investigation into four online hotel and travel booking platforms suspected of illegal activities, following work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and preliminary verification. Tujia Homestay Selection, one of the platforms under investigation, responded by stating it attaches great importance to the matter and will fully cooperate with the regulatory probe. The company pledged to strictly implement regulatory requirements, improve platform governance tailored to the homestay industry's characteristics, and work with hosts and merchants to build a healthy and sustainable sector environment. Tujia confirmed that all its business operations are currently proceeding normally and that it will continue to provide high-quality services to users and partners. The report was published by Cailian Press on September 19.
Read sourceTujia Vows Full Cooperation with Beijing Market Regulator Investigation
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has initiated case investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities, following work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation and preliminary verification findings. In response, Tujia, one of the targeted platforms, issued a statement expressing that it attaches high importance to the matter and will fully cooperate with the regulatory investigation. The company pledged to strictly implement regulatory requirements, continuously improve platform governance tailored to the homestay industry's business characteristics, and collaborate with hosts and merchants to build a healthy and sustainable environment for the homestay industry. Tujia confirmed that all company operations are currently proceeding normally and that it will continue to provide high-quality services to users, hosts, and merchant partners. The announcement did not specify the exact nature of the alleged illegal activities or name the other three platforms under investigation.
Read sourceTujia Vows Full Cooperation with Beijing Market Regulator Investigation
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has officially opened a case investigation into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies suspected of illegal activities, following work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR). In response, Tujia, one of the targeted platforms, issued a statement saying it attaches great importance to the matter and will fully cooperate with the regulatory investigation. The company pledged to strictly implement regulatory requirements, continuously improve platform governance tailored to the homestay industry's business characteristics, and work with hosts and merchants to build a healthy and sustainable environment for the homestay sector. Tujia confirmed that all of its businesses are currently operating normally and that it will continue to provide high-quality services to users, hosts, and merchant partners. The specific nature of the alleged illegal activities has not been detailed in the announcement.
Read sourceBeijing Investigates Four Online Hotel and Travel Booking Platforms for Violations
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has opened investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies for suspected violations of China's Anti-Unfair Competition Law and E-Commerce Law. The companies under investigation are Hangzhou Taomei Aviation Service Co., Ltd., Tongcheng Network Technology Co., Ltd., Tujia Online Information Technology (Tianjin) Co., Ltd., and Beijing Sankuai Information Technology Co., Ltd. The investigations are based on work deployment from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and preliminary verification results. The specific nature of the alleged violations has not been disclosed in the report.
Read sourceBeijing launches investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platforms
The Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation (MAMR) has opened investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platform companies on suspicion of illegal activities, according to a report from Jin10 Data on September 19, citing CCTV News. The companies under investigation are Hangzhou Taomei Aviation Service Co., Ltd., Tongcheng Network Technology Co., Ltd., Tujia Online Information Technology (Tianjin) Co., Ltd., and Beijing Sankuai Information Technology Co., Ltd. The actions were taken in accordance with work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and preliminary verification results. The investigations are based on laws and regulations including the Anti-Unfair Competition Law of the People's Republic of China and the E-Commerce Law of the People's Republic of China. The specific nature of the alleged illegal activities has not been disclosed in the report.
Beijing Investigates Four Online Hotel and Travel Booking Platforms for Legal Violations
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has opened case investigations against four online hotel and travel booking platform companies. The companies are Hangzhou Taomei Aviation Service Co., Ltd., Tongcheng Network Technology Co., Ltd., Tujia Online Information Technology (Tianjin) Co., Ltd., and Beijing Sankuai Information Technology Co., Ltd. The investigations are based on work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and preliminary verification results. The companies are suspected of violating relevant laws and regulations, including the Anti-Unfair Competition Law of the People's Republic of China and the E-Commerce Law of the People's Republic of China. The report was sourced from CCTV News and published by Cailian Press.
Read sourceFour Chinese Travel Platforms Pledge Cooperation After Beijing Market Regulator Investigation
On September 19, four major Chinese online hotel and travel booking platforms—Tongcheng, Fliggy, Tujia, and Meituan's Hotel & Travel division—issued statements in response to being placed under investigation by the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation. All four companies said they attach high importance to the matter and will actively cooperate with regulatory authorities, fully implementing all regulatory requirements. Tongcheng and Tujia specifically noted that their business operations are currently running normally. Tongcheng stated it will continue to enhance compliance standards and work with industry partners to maintain a high-quality market environment. Fliggy emphasized its commitment to a fair, open, and orderly market. Tujia, citing the specific characteristics of the homestay industry, said it will improve platform governance. Meituan's statement echoed the others in pledging cooperation to build a sustainable market environment. The report was sourced from Beijing Business Today and published on East Money's finance guide.
Read sourceBeijing Regulator Opens Case Investigation into Four Online Hotel and Travel Booking Platforms
On September 19, the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation announced it has filed cases against four online hotel and travel booking platform companies for suspected violations of Chinese laws, including the Anti-Unfair Competition Law and the E-Commerce Law. The companies named are Hangzhou Taomei Aviation Service Co., Ltd., Tongcheng Network Technology Co., Ltd., Tujia Online Information Technology (Tianjin) Co., Ltd., and Beijing Sankuai Information Technology Co., Ltd. The action was taken based on work arrangements from the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and preliminary verification results. The specific nature of the alleged violations was not detailed in the report. This regulatory move signals continued enforcement of competition and e-commerce regulations in China's online travel sector.
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