​News | Ng Yew-Kwang: ‘996’ work culture should be banned; excessive work causes net loss to society

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The ‘996’ work culture of working from 9am to 9pm six days a week, practised by companies such as Alibaba and Huawei, has garnered attention. NTU economist Ng Yew-Kwang wrote in a commentary that such a work culture, which is an infringement of labour law, should be prohibited. While it is important to work hard, it is also equally important not to overwork, especially when it comes at the cost of health and happiness, he added.