Proposal would tighten online food rules

Shanghai watchdog presents draft of safety regulation for public comment Tian Shengjie

Shanghai's food safety watchdog has proposed tightening the rules for online food ordering and delivery services, including making it mandatory for a food provider to have a physical restaurant location.

A draft of revised regulations for the industry, drawn up by the city's food and drug administration, has been made available for public comment until July 13. It comes at a time when the use of food delivery websites and apps is booming, especially among the younger generation.