24 July, 2000The KCTU has adopted a plan to oppose and defeat the government's campaign of repression.

13 July, 2000The manager of a Swiss-owned company fired all workers who joined the union.

11 July, 2000As dispute deteriorates at Joy Mining Machinery, workers determine a one-month work stoppage.

10 July, 2000Following a dispute over the introduction of a new working position, management announces mass dismissals.

8 July, 2000A handful of countries forced the U.N. follow-up conference, Copenhagen +5, to take a step backwards, says Marcello Malentacchi.

3 July, 2000A few countries remain uncompromising on workers' rights.

11 January, 2001The Korean Metal Workers' Federation is distributing posters offering a reward for any information on Kim Woo-choong's whereabouts.

10 January, 2001

9 January, 2001Labour rights lawyer, Xu Jian, sentenced to four years in prison for giving legal advice and assistance to workers.

7 January, 2001Union reacts to auto company's plans to lay off workers.