South Korea's two major labor unions, FKTU and KCTU, jointly condemned the government's alleged plan to relax the 52-hour workweek rule for a new Gwangju semiconductor cluster. They demanded a meeting with President Lee Jae Myung, warning of confrontation if the special law is unilaterally pushed.
Labor unions and Uber have formed an unexpected alliance to push back against widespread autonomous vehicle deployment, particularly concerning a D.C. Council bill. The proposed legislation, allowing AVs for passenger and goods transport, faces scrutiny over potential job losses for gig drivers and economic impact, with Uber citing declining driver earnings in other AV-heavy markets.
Tech workers, once resistant to unions, are increasingly organizing due to AI-driven layoffs, increased workloads, and ethical concerns over AI deployment. Drives at Google DeepMind, Meta UK, and University of California highlight a shift in power dynamics and a demand for worker voice.
Analysis shows the NLRB dismissed 34.7% of union charges and 67.4% of worker charges in early 2026, a significant increase from 2024. Issues cited include understaffing, budget cuts, and procedural changes making dismissals easier.
Google.org is committing $50 million to train 300,000 US workers for skilled trades like electricians and welders. CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the importance of these workers for the digital economy.
Labor unions interpreted the results of the June 3 local elections as a public mandate for politicians to focus on improving livelihoods. They urged both ruling and opposition parties to address public concerns regarding housing, prices, and jobs, and to cease partisan conflict.
Uber's plan to trial motorcycle ride-hailing in Taipei's Beitou District is met with strong opposition from the Taiwan Digital Platform Appointment Service Industry Union. The union accuses Uber of exploiting vulnerable workers and manipulating public opinion, warning of legal repercussions and insurance gaps for both drivers and passengers.
Samsung Electronics and the South Korean government urge labor unions to resume wage negotiations to avert a planned 18-day strike over performance-based bonuses, after government-mediated talks collapsed.
Samsung Electronics proposes wage negotiation resumption with labor unions after government-mediated talks collapsed, aiming to avert a strike scheduled for May 21.
A new poll by the AFL-CIO shows that US workers strongly support pro-worker policies on artificial intelligence and trust labor unions to protect them from AI's effects.
SEOUL, April 30 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung will host an event commemora...
President Lee Jae Myung warned labor unions against excessive demands that could harm the workforce. The remarks follow a strike threat at Samsung Electronics and come as the government focuses on stabilizing consumer prices and addressing teacher liability concerns.
