5 March, 2002In order to protect its steel industry, the USA will place tariffs of up to 30 per cent on most imported steel, an action likely to lead to an international trade dispute.

5 March, 2002Switzerland will continue to have one of the longest legal workweeks in Europe.

23 May, 2002Four per cent pay rise ended strikes in Baden-Württemberg. This week, other regions have adopted the settlement.

6 May, 2002Not only did the policies of this international financial institution fail in Argentina, but they led to the country's social and economic disintegration.

6 May, 2002Company unilaterally imposed a 12-hour nightshift and openly defies the law.

6 May, 2002First hit is Baden-Württemberg, Germany's most heavily industrialised region, and Berlin-Brandenburg will follow if no settlement is reached this week.

2 May, 2002The dispute at the exhaust systems plant in Adelaide was resolved when company agreed to establish bank guarantee for entitlements.

1 May, 2002First to be hit will be Baden-Württemberg, Germany's most heavily industrialised region, with Berlin-Brandenburg to follow.

29 April, 2002Workers this May Day must demonstrate against racism and xenophobia, says the general secretary of the International Metalworkers' Federation.

28 April, 2002Company refuses to accept court's decision in favour of Limter-Is.