The Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) announced plans for a general strike next Wednesday, demanding businesses negotiate directly with subcontracted workers. Approximately 10,000 workers are expected to participate, protesting the evasion of responsibilities by prime contractors despite a new labor law.
Portugal experiences its second general strike in six months, impacting transport, schools, and hospitals. Unions protest government labor law reforms aimed at deregulating working hours and easing dismissals.
Samsung Electronics' trade union announced a planned 18-day strike starting Thursday after negotiations with management failed regarding bonus payouts. The union seeks formalization of bonus scheme changes beyond one year, removal of a 50% salary cap, and allocation of 15% of annual operating profit to bonuses.
Samsung Electronics' labor union and management failed to agree on performance-based bonuses after 17 hours of government-mediated talks, paving the way for a planned general strike starting May 21, which could disrupt semiconductor supply chains.
Unionized workers at Samsung Biologics have launched a five-day strike, the first in the company's history, to demand higher pay. The company warns of significant financial losses and potential operational disruptions, while mediation efforts continue.
