IMF condemns latest murder of Filipino trade union activist10 июня, 2010IMF calls on Philippines President-elect Aquino to keep his pre-election promise to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators of murders of trade union and human rights activists in the Philippines, including of the latest victim Edward Panganiban, an independent labour leader shot dead on June 3, 2010.
Global Trade Unions Meet in Toronto for Sustainability Conference17 июня, 2010Two Global Union Federations (GUFs) representing a combined 45 million workers will conduct a two-day conference on economic, environment, and social dimensions of sustainability in Toronto beginning tomorrow, aimed at forging a worldwide workers' and communities' declaration for the upcoming G8 and G20 summits.
European auto unions call on Valeo to negotiate with KMWU19 мая, 2010In solidarity with workers from South Korea, European Metalworkers' Federation (EMF) Automotive Committee calls on French automotive components maker Valeo to enter into negotiations with the union regarding closure of South Korea plant.
Sending solidarity donations to trade union members in Japan16 марта, 2011Under the umbrella of JTUC-RENGO, IMF-JC and other trade unions in Japan have set up a special account to receive donations for trade union members who have lost so much as a result of the 2011 Eastern Japan earthquake and tsunami.
Bridgestone declares war against South African metalworkers24 марта, 2011Bridgestone South Africa locks out workers at two production sites in Brits and Port Elizabeth. The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) believe this is a declaration of war by Bridgestone in response to wage increases achieved by workers in September 2010.
IMF affiliates back AWU campaign against Rio Tinto/Alcan24 марта, 2011Mining giant Rio Tinto feels the heat from global unions demanding the company to respect labour rights and international standards.
Turkish workers launch mass strikes at 21 companies24 марта, 2011Companies affiliated to the Metal Product Industrialists' Association (MESS) are the target of a massive strike launch by IMF affiliate, Birlesik Metal-Is, whose members are fighting for improved wages and working conditions in the metal industry.
Unions in Europe oppose austerity plans24 марта, 2011In a week of action, unions in Europe are taking action against a European economic governance proposal being considered by EU leaders that will lead to further austerity cuts across Europe.
Petrol-İş demands immediate recognition at Standard Profil in Turkey28 марта, 2011ICEM affiliate Petrol-İş seeks to pre-empt an auto-parts rubber manufacturer from challenging a majority of workers in their right to collective bargaining. Standard Profil, a maker of rubber weather-sealing devices, met a public campaign last week by the union in the northern Anatolian city of Düzce, where the company operates its biggest factory.
IMF Caterpillar Network moves on to a plan of action4 апреля, 2011Union representatives organizing members in Caterpillar meet in Chicago and commit to acting on the Network Guidelines and Principles.
