China vows to improve food delivery labor rights - TechNode

Chinese authorities called for food delivery platforms to guarantee drivers are paid local minimum wages and to provide social insurance. The “Guidelines” also call for platforms to make changes to improve driver safety, including reducing pressure for fast deliveries, and offer better dispute resolution processes. Guidelines are not legally binding until implemented through regulations. The action follows months of public and official criticism of the working conditions of food delivery drivers. [ State Administration of Market Regulation press release, in Chinese ]