1 septiembre, 2009UAW criticizes Toyota's decision to close the NUMMI plant in California, stating that thousands of workers will lose their jobs due to this 'ill-timed' decision.

31 agosto, 2009ITUC releases practical guidance on how to use and promote the Global Jobs Pact in response to the global economic and financial crisis.

18 septiembre, 2009The European Metalworkers' Federation calls for solidarity and invites unions to participate in a demonstration at the Opel Plant in Antwerp on September 23, 2009.

14 septiembre, 2009Striking workers have returned to work after the company agreed to an eight per cent pay rise.

9 septiembre, 2009The "Doing Business 2010" report contradicts the World Bank reiterated endorsement of improved social safety nets and continues discouraging workers' protection against job losses.

7 septiembre, 2009SKF World Council of trade unions meet and discuss the impact of the financial crisis on workers and how the unions can strengthen their global network.

6 agosto, 2009International trade union representatives are visiting Honduras in solidarity with the Honduran people to verify rights violations and demand the restoration of democracy and a return to constitutional order.

6 agosto, 2009Demanding the payment of previously agreed wage rises and equal pay for equal work, precarious workers, trainees and permanent employees are taking united action at Bosch and Brembo plants in Pune, India.

6 agosto, 2009Hans Mayr, former President of the International Metalworkers' Federation, died on August 3, 2009 aged 87.

5 agosto, 2009The committee is asking for a meeting with the company to discuss plant closures and union participation in safety policy at the global level.