Minimum wage goes up in Brazil8 апреля, 2001The 19 per cent increase is still not enough to cover the basic needs of workers.
Numsa to increase pressure17 апреля, 2001The South African metalworkers' union has stated it will adopt a tougher stance in upcoming wage talks.
Solidarity with Cebu Mitsumi workers22 апреля, 2001Some 130 delegates from 18 countries in the Asia-Pacific region pass resolution in support of workers who are being denied the fundamental right to form a union.
More job cuts in Europe26 апреля, 2001In the past week alone, Motorola, Ericsson and Moulinex are among multinationals announcing major restructuring and workforce reductions.
FKTU leader on hunger strike9 мая, 2001Protest will continue until government adopts positive attitude and policies towards labour and the people.
Campaign against BHP-Billiton merger9 мая, 2001IMF Australian affiliates will urge shareholders to reject proposal.
Help fight against HIV/AIDS15 мая, 2001During West African metalworkers' trade union conference, delegates are told to support government struggles against this grave threat.
White-collar unions merge16 мая, 2001Newly-formed organisation will be Finland's largest union for non-manual workers.
TU's first Congress elects its president20 мая, 2001Ilkka Joenpalo will preside the newly-merged Finnish white-collar union, whose membership is made up of 48 per cent women.
Surinam trade union leader passes away21 мая, 2001Fred Derby, well-known trade union activist and legislator, has died at the age of 61.
