IMF-GM Action group sets priorities 3 April, 2002Far-reaching changes in the global auto industry require closer trade union cooperation and improved communications.
Indonesian police attack Honda workers10 April, 2002Assault occurred during peaceful strike over wage negotiations.
Italian unions unite in general strike9 April, 2002The country's major labour centers, including the metalworkers' federations, have joined in a show of force against the government's plan to reform the labour law.
Great news from Korea25 March, 2002Imprisoned for his trade union activities, the former president of the Korean Metal Workers' Federation, Mun Sung-hyun, has been released from detention.
Mission issues statement on Argentina12 April, 2002Following an on-the-spot assessment of what led to the unprecedented crisis in Argentina and its further development, the IMF delegation responds with clear demands.
"Italian unions are fighting for all workers"15 April, 2002The IMF general secretary says the government of Silvio Berlusconi is not telling the truth in its attempt to change Italian labour legislation.
Workers at Tenneco-Walker return to the job2 May, 2002The dispute at the exhaust systems plant in Adelaide was resolved when company agreed to establish bank guarantee for entitlements.
IG Metall deal widely adopted23 May, 2002Four per cent pay rise ended strikes in Baden-Württemberg. This week, other regions have adopted the settlement.
Protests sweep Argentina22 May, 2002Thousands of striking workers Wednesday marched the streets of Buenos Aires, criticising the government's handling of the country's economic crisis.
Greek affiliate secures agreement5 June, 2002The union representing construction equipment operators has signed the first of six collective contracts for their branch.