7-Hour Workday in Montenegro: Will Salaries Suffer?

Montenegro's 7-Hour Workday Debate: Will Shorter Hours Mean Lower Pay? Montenegro is considering a significant change to its working hours, potentially reducing the standard workday to seven hours. This move, while intended to improve work-life balance, has sparked a heated debate about its economic consequences. Experts are divided on whether this change will lead to lower wages for employees. "The real sector can't easily reduce working time," explained one economist interviewed in the video, highlighting the challenges faced by businesses in adapting to the change. The concern is that to maintain current profit levels, companies might be forced to lower wages. However, another perspective suggests that prices of goods and services might increase instead, negating the potential wage reduction. The debate involves analyzing the impact across various sectors, from taxi drivers to construction workers. The government is carefully considering these economic implications before implementing the policy change. The outcome of this debate will significantly impact the lives of Montenegrin workers and the country's overall economic trajectory. The government's decision will set a precedent for other countries considering similar reforms.