Make Conventions 87 and 98 core agenda in EU-Thailand free trade talks 3 décembre, 2024Thai unionists have called on the EU and the Thai government to include ILO Conventions 87 and 98 in the EU-Thailand Free Trade Agreements to safeguard labour rights.
Heidelberg materials workers call for a Just Transition and decent work 3 décembre, 2024Trade unions and experts unite to demand social dialogue and improved worker protection at Heidelberg Materials.
POSCO’s double standard: union-busting behind ESG claims2 décembre, 2024POSCO, global steel giant, presents a polished image in its recent environmental, social, and governance (ESG) report, claiming to uphold workers' rights and engage openly with unions. However, the reality in Turkey paints a starkly different picture, one of labour rights violations, union-busting tactics, and a complete disregard for both legal obligations and ethical commitments.
Tackling automotive supply chain challenges in Türkiye2 décembre, 2024Labour rights in the automotive supply chain took center stage at a workshop held on 25-26 November in Türkiye. Bringing together key stakeholders from Türkiye and Germany, the event included participants from trade unions, works councils, vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, government representatives, employers’ associations, and civil society organizations.
Global collaboration for workers' rights29 novembre, 2024Trade union leaders from Coats factories worldwide convened for the 5th annual meeting of the Coats trade union network in Mudanya, Turkey, on 24–25 November. The meeting focused on working conditions, challenges in the supply chain and finalizing a draft global framework agreement (GFA) with Coats to ensure consistent labour standards across all its operations.
Malaysian unions demand stronger labour law reforms to boost organizing28 novembre, 2024Twenty leaders from IndustriALL's Malaysian affiliates gathered in Petaling Jaya for a unity meeting, where they discussed the recent amendments to the Trade Union Act and Industrial Relations Act, which took effect on 15 September.
COP29: A major setback for workers27 novembre, 2024The 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, ended with disappointing results, particularly for workers. The outcomes failed to address urgent needs in climate finance and Just Transition, leaving significant gaps in how the climate crisis, and its social impacts are being tackled.
Global solidarity takes centre stage at IndustriALL's Executive Committee meeting in Istanbul26 novembre, 2024From Türkiye to Indonesia, Ukraine, and Palestine, the IndustriALL Executive Committee meeting reflected a shared commitment to tackling the evolving challenges faced by workers globally. As crises intensify and anti-union movements rise, the importance of collective action and global solidarity has never been clearer.
Driving change to end workplace violence against women25 novembre, 2024Today, on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, IndustriALL Global Union reflects on a year of progress and renews the commitment to eradicate gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) in the workplace.
Brazilian court clears BHP, Samarco and Vale of environmental crimes in Mariana21 novembre, 2024The Brazilian justice system has cleared mining companies: Samarco Mineração, BHP and Vale of criminal charges relating to the environmental disaster near the city of Mariana in 2015. IndustriALL condemns the companies for manslaughter and environmental crimes and calls on them to take responsibility for the catastrophe.
