China: New Laws Protect the Rights of Flexible Workers

China is implementing new laws to protect workers, following a 7.7% increase in flexible employment over the past year. The government plans to boost the flexible workforce, which currently stands at over 200 million workers across the country, create new jobs and increase income for workers.

The laws will come with various updates for different sectors. These changes include providing occupational injury insurance for flexible workers, developing training models for in-demand forms of employment and applying worker representative feedback to new rules and regulations. Multiple forms of labor relations will be established to help protect workers’ rights and interests during the transition.

Takeaway: Employers leveraging flexible workers in China, including contractors and those engaged through outsourced services, should stay informed of evolving rules as they are developed and implemented. A talent solutions partner can provide a valuable perspective to help avoid conflict with new regulations.

China: New Laws Protect the Rights of Flexible Workers

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