Russian union leaders attacked13 November, 2008IMF calls for an immediate and transparent investigation into the recent assaults and threats against ITUA leaders and activists.
Polish workers strike Dong Yang Electronics14 November, 2008Management illegally terminated strikers' labour contracts and attempted to break the strike by hiring replacement workers.
IG Metall reaches wage deal13 November, 2008Nation-wide strikes are averted as German metalworkers win 4.2 per cent pay rise.
Confronting the legacy of apartheid remains vital for South African workers6 April, 2009The new leader of the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa brings a long history of activism to combat old and new challenges.
Protests over closure of Kremikovtzi plant continue9 April, 2009Workers continue their protests demanding the Bulgarian government to extend its support and commitment to the Kremikovtzi plant.
Court rules that Cananea can dismiss miners17 April, 2009The Mexican miners' union (SNTMMSRM) has applied for an injunction against the ruling and announced that the workers are ready to stop anyone taking possession of the mine.
Indian autoworkers strike Hyundai24 April, 2009Workers at Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) have entered the fourth day of strike action in protest of gross trade union rights violations and the company's refusal to enter collective bargaining with the union.
Solidarity24 April, 2009Today, both the opportunity and the need for international solidarity action have increased dramatically.
