From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia This article is missing information about background on other (especially non-tech) overwork cultures in China; legitimized "special work hour" system in Shenzhen. Please expand the article to include this information. Further details may exist on the talk page. (July 2021) 996 working hour systemChinese996工作制TranscriptionsStandard MandarinHanyu Pinyinjiǔjiǔliù gōngzuò zhì The 996 working hour system (Chinese: 996工作制) is a work schedule practiced illegally ...