EDF Global Framework Agreement renews with stronger worker protections30 enero, 2025IndustriALL Global Union, together with Public Services International (PSI) and EDF Group, have successfully renegotiated and renewed the Global Framework Agreement (GFA) on Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility for the period 2025-2030. The GFA reinforces commitments to workers’ rights, social responsibility, and sustainability across EDF’s global operations.
Fighting anti-union legislations in South East Asia28 enero, 2025Trade unionists from South East Asia gathered virtually on 22 January to exchange updates on labour law reform and commit to opposing anti-union legislation threatening workers' rights. 50 unionists from IndustriALL affiliates in Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines and Thailand shared updates.
Affiliate in Bangladesh signs CBA with Hop Lun23 enero, 2025On 6 January, Hop Lun Intimate (BD) Ltd Sommilito Sramik Union, affiliated to IndustriALL Global Union through the Sommilito Garments Sramik Federation (SGSF), successfully signed a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with Hop Lun management after four rounds of negotiations since August 2024.
Myanmar’s forced labour situation is worsening22 enero, 2025It has almost been four years since the military coup in Myanmar on 1 February, 2021. The situation for workers in the country continues to deteriorate with worsening working conditions and widespread forced labour in the country’s garment factories.
Iraqi unions reject controversial draft law 21 enero, 2025The Conference of Iraq Federations and Workers Unions (CIFWU) and the Iraqi Trade Union Council (ITUC), representing ten union federations, have rejected a proposed draft law on trade union organization for workers. The unions say that the law, which underwent its second reading in the House of Representatives on 13 January, was drafted without engaging in social dialogue and stakeholder participation.
Forced labour allegations at Kawaguchi, Malaysia 21 enero, 2025IndustriALL is demanding that the Malaysian government act immediately to counter the serious labour rights abuses, including elements of modern slavery, at Kawaguchi Manufacturing in the country.
Moroccan unions protest against draft strike law 21 enero, 2025On 5 January, Moroccan unions led nationwide protests against a draft strike law, calling it an assault on trade union freedoms. The Democratic Confederation of Labour (CDT) and the Moroccan Union of Labour (UMT) urged workers to unite against the government's unilateral move to impose what they called a law ‘shackling union work.’
The case for social protection 16 enero, 2025The Covid-19 pandemic laid bare the vulnerabilities faced by workers, especially in the garment sector, which was among the hardest hit. As production lines slowed and jobs disappeared, millions were left without a safety net. The crisis underscored an urgent need for robust social protection for workers worldwide.
Fighting for migrant workers' rights amidst an industrial boom15 enero, 2025In the beautiful island nation of Mauritius, known for its stunning beaches and luxury tourism, a less visible narrative has been unfolding within textile factories that is staining its landscape. The Confederation of Mauritian Trade Unions (CTSP) is making groundbreaking strides to protect and empower the often-overlooked migrant workers crucial to the industry's success. IndustriALL looks at how the CTSP is turning the tide for these workers, fostering an environment of equality and safety in a sector fraught with challenges.
15 coal miners killed in Pakistan 14 enero, 2025In the first two weeks of 2025, 15 miners have been killed in Pakistan’s coalfields. The absence of adequate safety mechanisms are behind the grim start of the year for the country’s miners.
