13 March, 2002Learning more about the realities of Muslim societies, and of Arab societies in particular, is undoubtedly a crucial part of the struggle to achieve a new world order, writes Toni Ferigo, responsible for the Maghreb region in the IMF Secretariat.

13 March, 2002Ding Tei Bing is a metalworker at the port of Qinhuangdao, People's Republic of China. His country is going through fundamental changes as a market economy is being introduced. Ding: "If we do not introduce changes, we will not survive."

13 March, 2002Metals and mining group continues its assault on workers' and trade union rights.

12 March, 2002Majority of IAM mechanics at United vote in favour of latest contract proposal.

7 March, 2002A two-year contract offering improved conditions has been signed at the BHP Billiton-owned nickel mine.

19 November, 2002The UK union calls the deal a "benchmark for British industry".

18 November, 2002A year after the IMF Congress march for global social justice, in Sydney, Australians continue fight for fair trade, not free trade.

5 November, 2002Walkout called off as Korean government announces it will delay legislation dealing with the five-day workweek.

3 November, 2002In advance of the 2005 merger between the metalworkers and the non-manual private sector union, they conduct joint negotiations with the employers.

28 October, 2002The IMF urges the Turkish government to use its influence to ensure the dispute is brought to a satisfactory conclusion.