As China's Meituan faces scrutiny over its treatment of workers in the food delivery sector, the company's role in the country's burgeoning tourism industry raises questions about the future of worker's rights in China's rapidly changing economy.

China’s delivery economy has exploded since the pandemic. With more and more purchases just a fingertip away, the convenience of the delivery apps has enticed shoppers and drivers alike. But with the change in shopping habits, the tough conditions faced by the gig workers that keep the system running have become more prominent.