Overhead view of popular square in Greece
Greek workers in some industries could see a six-day workweek.
  • Greece implements a six-day workweek for select industries starting Monday.
  • Workers will receive 40% more pay for extra hours and 115% more for holiday work.
  • This contrasts global trends toward shorter workweeks, sparking backlash and protests.

As countries and companies worldwide trial a shorter workweek, one economy is moving to a six-day workweek.