Migrant workers to get cross-border union representation11 February, 2002IMF affiliates in Hungary and Romania agree on concrete measures to protect their respective members' interests.
Message from Korean trade unionists: thank you12 February, 2002The IMF will not let up its international pressure on Kim Dae-jung.
16,000 Indian steel jobs to go17 February, 2002Steel Authority of India plans large workforce reductions in a bid to cut costs.
U.S. imposes tariffs on steel imports5 March, 2002In order to protect its steel industry, the USA will place tariffs of up to 30 per cent on most imported steel, an action likely to lead to an international trade dispute.
Shorter workweek rejected by Swiss voters5 March, 2002Switzerland will continue to have one of the longest legal workweeks in Europe.
Deal reached at Cerro Matoso7 March, 2002A two-year contract offering improved conditions has been signed at the BHP Billiton-owned nickel mine.
VW starts recruiting for "5,000 X 5,000"12 March, 2002Carmaker will only hire applicants who are unemployed or facing redundancy.
IMF steering group meets on BHP-Billiton13 March, 2002Metals and mining group continues its assault on workers' and trade union rights.
IMF conducts women's meeting in Southern Africa14 March, 2002Strategies to increase women's membership and participation in IMF-affiliated unions are a high priority.
