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Bangladesh's garment industry is the backbone of the country's economy, employing millions of people and generating billions of dollars in annual exports. It has been heralded as a model of economic growth for resource poor countries in the Global South. Participation of women in the industry has been heralded as a breakthrough for women’s rights. However, the industry has long been plagued by low wages, poor working conditions, and lack of safety regulations.

Immediately Lift the Embargo on the Supply of Essential Items!

Stop the War on Gaza and Palestine Immediately!

Indian Government Must Use All Diplomatic Means to Ensure Immediate Cease Fire!

Force Israel to Initiate a Dialogue for a Sovereign Independent Palestine!

Dear Shawn Fain and comrades of the UAW,

A JUST AND PEACEFUL SOLUTION TO THE PALESTINIAN CAUSE

The whole world is watching with anxiety and concern the new bloodshed that is unfolding in Israel and Palestine and threatens to ignite the entire Middle East region.

The 111th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) held in Geneva from 5th to 16th June deliberated on climate change along with other issues concerning the situation of decent work in the globe. The issue of climate change was dealt with from the perspective of changes in the nature of work in future.

The World Federation of Trade Unions is organizing a solidarity campaign with the people of Cuba, on the occasion of the 26th of July, the anniversary of the attack on the Moncada Barracks in Santiago de Cuba, spreading the strong internationalist message that Cuba is not alone.

[Full text of the Address by The WFTU General Secretary, Pambis Kyritsis in the 111th International Labour Conference on 12th June 2023 hosted by ILO at Geneva.]

 
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Nurses Strike Back!

No to Profits before Patients!