LatestCorporate Compliance 10 October 2026
China Proposes Formal Contracts for Gig Workers
China is drafting new rules that would require gig platforms to issue formal employment contracts to delivery riders, couriers and ride‑hailing drivers. The proposal includes minimum‑wage guarantees, clearer job protections and benefits, aiming to reduce the precarious status of gig workers and align them with standard labor standards.
- The draft regulations would shift gig workers from informal status to formal employment contracts, covering delivery riders, couriers and ride‑hailing drivers.
- Key protections include minimum‑wage safeguards, entitlement to social benefits, and clearer dispute‑resolution mechanisms.
- Platforms will need to adjust payroll systems and comply with labor‑law reporting, potentially raising operational costs but improving worker security.
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