Alibaba Head’s Remarks Spark Debate Over China Working Hours

Alibaba Head’s Remarks Spark Debate Over China Working Hours
Jack Ma poses in front of the logo of Alibaba.com near its office in Hong Kong on Feb. 22, 2012. Aaron Tam/AFP/Getty Images
The Associated Press
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BEIJING—Chinese e-commerce tycoon Jack Ma has long been an example of how the power of big dreams, strong leadership and sheer elbow grease can create massive fortunes in China’s go-go economy.

Yet, recent remarks by the head of Chinese online business giant Alibaba that young people should be prepared to work 12-hour days, six days a week have prompted a public debate over work-life balance in the country.