Uber has announced big plans for European cities.

At the DLD15 Conference in Munich, CEO Travis Kalanick committed the company to bringing 50,000 jobs to Europe.

Through its apps, Uber matches passengers with available drivers for a fee. Uber currently operates in over 250 cities around the world.

The company posted on their blog, "Uber is committed to establish new partnerships with Europe's cities to ensure innovation, harness powerful economic benefits and promote core city functions."

The company also promises to take 400,000 cars off the road this year.

Uber's promise for renewed cooperation with European cities comes after continued opposition. CNBC argues Kalanick is on "charm offensive."

Uber faces bans and legal action in several countries including the United States, France, Spain, Thailand and India.

New Delhi banned the app after allegations that one of the company's drivers raped a female passenger.

Both France and Spain have banned Uberpop, which allows drivers without a taxi license to register with the service and offer trips in their cars at a cheaper rate.

In response to the issue of passenger safety, the company said it plans to improve and expand its system of background checks for potential drivers.

The controversies are not solely due to the drivers. Uber's senior vice president of business, Emil Michael, was quoted suggesting the company investigate the lives of journalists critical of the company.

Uber is currently valued at $40 billion. 

https://blog.uber.com/europe-partnership 

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