WTO failing on development goals27 June, 2006IMF joins calls for a new approach to the multilateral trading system.
African metalworker unions on WTO27 June, 2006IMF affiliates in Africa argue that the current proposals of the WTO will have a negative impact on developing countries and undermine development, in particular in Africa and, in turn, will increase the pressure on workers in the more industrialised nations.
WTO talks breakdown3 July, 2006International trade union delegation lobbies trade negotiators on the risks of serious repercussions on jobs, development prospects and workers rights in the current Doha Round.
Toyota Philippines workers arrested16 August, 2006TMPCWA members beaten and shot at while protesting in front of the Department of Labour and Employment.
IMF calls for jobs for sustainable development at WSF18 January, 2007Discussion on quality employment will be held on January 23 at the World Social Forum in Nairobi.
Italian metalworkers advocate for humane development13 March, 2007Location of new industrial center in India threatens agricultural community.
Learning to lead14 June, 2007Aghni Dhamayanti was recently elected to the National Board of the IMF-affi liated trade union Serikat Pekerja Metal Indonesia (SPMI). This election result happened after increased numbers of women began solving problems in their workplaces and also became more involved in the union.
Contract workers begin violent strike at Codelco26 June, 2007The workers, who are demanding the same employment conditions as other Codelco workers, instigated the most violent day in Codelco's history.
New report examines China's ICT sector7 August, 2007Identifies strategies for improved social and environmental conditions.
AvtoVAZ assembly shops strike for better wages9 August, 2007Strikers undeterred by company harassment and intimidation.
