Shanghai authorities also are reviewing working hours, contracts and other conditions at the company. Everyone is working overtime. If they do not work overtime, they will be terminated," Li said. Although such clauses may violate China's labour laws, the legal system in China is opaque and laws can be difficult to enforce. "But in China, there is no bottom line when it comes to working overtime, and companies are generally not held liable in the event of death."

Source: New Zealand Herald January 17, 2021 17:48 UTC