Qiuju, a tea art specialist, performs at a teahouse in Suining, southwest China's Sichuan Province, July 16, 2017. Despite the sweltering weather across many parts of the country, outdoor work does not stop. The central government ensures the rights of workers in the heat. The All-China Federation of Trade Unions has issued a directive prompting employers to reduce work time and workload during times of high temperatures. (Xinhua/Zhong Min)