Turkmenistan Hosts Central Asia Trade Union Forum
Trade union leaders from several countries gathered in Ashgabat for the first regional forum titled "Central Asia + Republic of Azerbaijan."
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Across the globe, coverage here takes in labor organizing campaigns, contract negotiations, strike actions and the labor movement. The reporting follows union activity and the resulting labor developments as they emerge internationally.
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November 5, 2026
European Court Finds Switzerland Violated Strike RightsThe Strasbourg court ruled that Swiss authorities breached union freedoms in a dispute over a Neuchâtel hospital strike.
November 4, 2026
Union Warns Wynn Over UAE Migrant Worker RisksUNI Global Union's general secretary raised concerns in a September 2026 letter about Wynn Resorts' planned UAE casino and the treatment of migrant workers there.
November 3, 2026
Venice Biennale Pavilions Close in Global StrikeCulture workers and dockworkers across more than 110 ports joined a coordinated walkout on October 30 to protest arms transport and the genocide of Palestinians.
November 2, 2026
US Seeks Mexico Review of Madobox Labor RightsThe U.S. Trade Representative has asked Mexico to review alleged denial of union and bargaining rights at a Uruapan box manufacturer.
October 30, 2026
Electrical Trades Union Holds Global Labor MeetingsIn October 2026, ETU officials met with international union leaders and tech executives to discuss labor standards.
October 29, 2026
Dockworkers to Stage Global Strikes on FridayUnions in 22 countries plan to halt arms shipments at 113 ports to protest the ongoing war in Gaza.
October 29, 2026
European Parliament Delays EU Inc. Regulation VoteLegislators postpone a key decision as disagreements over employee participation continue to stall the proposal.
October 28, 2026
Unions Demand Inclusion at EU-Canada SummitThe European Trade Union Confederation and Canadian Labour Congress seek a voice in future cooperation agreements.
October 26, 2026
French Ports to Face 24-Hour Strike on October 30The General Confederation of Labour union plans to halt port operations to protest against government budget and militarisation.
October 24, 2026
Indian Dockworkers to Join Global Anti-War Action Oct 30The Water Transport Workers Federation of India plans to halt military cargo shipments at 15 major ports.
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