"Discriminatory" union rights at EPZs24 августа, 2004The Parliament of Bangladesh has passed a bill granting limited workers' association rights in the country's export processing zones from November 1, 2006. "Incomplete, but a step in the right direction," say trade unions.
USW call for strong climate change targets8 декабря, 2005IMF-affiliated United Steelworkers has pledged a campaign with other US unions to persuade the American Government to ratify the Kyoto Protocol.
PSA Peugeot Citroën signs IFA2 марта, 2006Commitments beyond core labour standards and expecting suppliers to do the same are key clauses in the International Framework Agreement signed by PSA Peugeot Citroën, the IMF and the EMF on March 1.
IG Metall on Doha Round12 июля, 2006IG Metall calls on German government to stop pursuing the conclusion of the WTO Doha Round of trade negotiations at all costs, even at the expense of developing countries.
Canadian Steelworkers ratify agreement with Gerdau4 августа, 2006Settlement delivers wage and pension increases, improved health and safety and signing bonuses.
IMF announces DAY of ACTION on September 1216 августа, 2006Affiliates to demonstrate at Japanese embassies and consulates demanding justice for Toyota Philippines workers.
Day of ACTION <br>September 12, 200624 августа, 2006RESULTS from the Day of ACTION September 12, 2006
New issue of Metal World out now25 марта, 2008Feature article examines the challenges confronted by workers in Belarus, special report looks at gender equality and participation of women in trade union work in Latin America, and IMF profiles Annie Labaj, director of the CAW international department.
Colombian trade union leader assassinated27 марта, 2008SINTRACARBON, the trade union to which the assassinated leader belonged, has condemned the killing and demanded the capture of those responsible. The IMF has demanded respect for human rights and trade union rights in Colombia.
Court rules that Cananea strike is legal15 апреля, 2008In an example of leadership, Napoleón Gómez has sent a message of encouragement, support and solidarity to workers of the union's section 65, at Cananea, who have been on strike for eight months.