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3 abril, 2009In Sweden most people belong to a union and the level of organisation is among the highest in the world. But joining a union is no longer taken for granted. The proportion of union members is declining, forcing unions to make an effort to recruit new members.

2 abril, 2009Global Union Federations push for alternative strategies for recovery from the world economic crisis.

27 mayo, 2008In February 2008, two workers were victims of a workplace accident. Given the lack of information about the incident, the CNMM asked the government to investigate. We now know the identities and state of health of the two workers.

13 mayo, 2008The Chilean government and the CTC have agreed to set up a committee to review the agreements reached last year with contractors.

5 mayo, 2008Carlos Pavón, spokesperson for the miners' union, said that Grupo Mexico cannot close the mine because a collective agreement is in force. He said that the company is only trying to frighten the workers.

28 abril, 2008Trade unions from around the world showcase films in Geneva.

24 abril, 2008The IMF signs an International Framework Agreement with the Vallourec Group.

23 abril, 2008IMF White Paper and documentary exposing deadly rights violations and corruption on the part of the Mexican Government and mining giant, Grupo México, has metalworkers mobilized.

23 abril, 2008Workers in South Africa forced a Chinese ship carrying arms destined for Zimbabwe to leave the South African port of Durban after failing to unload.