Greece responds to backlash after introducing a 6-day workweek

• The Greek government defended its new six-day workweek policy amid backlash, according to CNBC.
• The policy allows extra hours in specific industries as "an exceptional measure."
• Employees will receive 40% more pay for extra hours worked under the new regulation.

The Greek government responded to backlash about its new six-day workweek policy and said the regulation doesn't change the current workweek, according to a CNBC report published Tuesday.