13 August, 2002The accumulation of such power is dangerous for democracy and development says the IMF.

1 August, 2002Workers' jobs and pension funds must be secured.

30 July, 2002The IMF and its affiliates are calling on the South Korean president to grant a special amnesty to the jailed leader of the KCTU.

29 July, 2002The ICFTU Survey 2002 reveals an increase in the assassination of trade unionists.

20 November, 2008A worldwide total of 91 trade unionists were murdered for defending workers' rights while serious and systematic harassment and intimidation was reported in 63 countries.

20 November, 2007The union has been negotiating for four months without management seriously considering proposals.

16 November, 2007In honour of the upcoming IMF Central Committee meeting to be held in Brazil on November 28 and 29, Metal World's latest issue featuring metalworking in Brazil, has been printed in <a href="http://www.imfmetal.org/main/files/07111615174379/MW_portugues.pdf">Portuguese</a>.

11 September, 2007IMF commends Gerdau for raising funds for people affected by the recent earthquake in Peru, but calls on the company to also stop the anti-trade union practices it adopts in Peru and Colombia.

4 September, 2007Detailed report proves allegations against Gómez are unfounded and fraudulent

4 September, 2007Sporting a new modern look and featuring metalworking in Brazil, the latest edition of IMF's journal Metal World is available now on the IMF website.