Tag: Workers

From Congress to the Streets: Petro’s Bold Move to Let the People Decide on Labor Reform
The Battle for Labor Reform in Colombia The labor reform proposed by President Gustavo Petro’s government represents one of the significant attempts in recent years to transform Colombia’s labor landscape, aiming to strengthen workers’ rights, reduce precarious employment, and promote social justice. However, the reform has faced fierce opposition from conservative sectors in Congress, leading […]
May 20, 2025

Spain’s Major Unions Lead May Day Protests Demanding Labor Reforms and End to Arms Sales to Israel
Spain’s leading trade unions, Comisiones Obreras (CC.OO) and the Unión General de Trabajadores (UGT), organized nationwide protests on Thursday to mark International Workers’ Day, calling for reduced working hours, an end to the war in Gaza, and a halt to arms sales to Israel. In Barcelona, thousands gathered at Plaça Urquinaona, denouncing military spending for […]
May 1, 2025

Pope Francis Was a Prophet of Social Justice: Argentine Workers
In this moment of unprecedented economic crisis in our country, it is essential to honor his legacy of compassion, the CTA-T stated. On Monday, the Argentine Workers’ Central Union (CTA-T) issued a statement describing Pope Francis as “the prophet of the poor and social justice.” RELATED: Pope Francis Criticized the Global Economic System: Frei Betto […]
April 21, 2025

Argentine Transporters To Support the Protest of Retirees
More workers and football fans are getting ready to accompany the pensioners’ Wednesday march in Buenos Aires. On Wednesday, the Argentine Confederation of Transport Workers (CATT) and the General Union of Transport Workers’ Associations (UGATT) will participate in the march in support of retirees. RELATED: Argentine Lawmakers File Criminal Complaint Against Milei Over IMF Deal […]
March 11, 2025

Panamanians Protest Against U.S. Interference and Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s Actions
On the fifth day of demonstrations, protesters loudly opposed U.S. interference in Panama and the maneuvers of Secretary of State Marco Rubio to pressure the government, chanting, “The Canal is ours and it must be respected!” In a powerful display of rejection towards the Trump administration’s meddling in Panama’s sovereign decisions and a warning to […]
February 3, 2025

Panamanians Protest Against Trump in Front of the U.S. Embassy
‘We’ll stay alert to defend our canal, sovereignty, and self-determination,’ SUNTRACS leader said. On Tuesday, Panamanian workers protested in front of the United States Embassy in Panama City to denounce statements made by President-elect Donald Trump, who threatened to demand the return of the Panama Canal to the United States. RELATED: U.S. Annexation Claims Not […]
December 24, 2024

Amazon Workers Across the U.S. Strike for Fair Wages and Safe Working Conditions
On Thursday, drivers and warehouse workers at Amazon across the United States went on strike due to the employer’s refusal to meet their demands for fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect in the workplace. Related:Amazon Workers on Strike in U.S. Warehouses The strike has been organized by the Teamsters union, which has described it […]
December 19, 2024

Kenya: Workers Strike Paralyzes Main Airports
The strike, called by the Kenya Airport Workers’ Union (KAWU), caused hundreds of travellers to be unable to take their flights.
September 11, 2024

Union Leader Dolores Huerta Supports Kamala Harris
The United Farm Workers co-founder will be part of the campaign events that Harris will lead in Arizona. On Thursday, the historic labor leader and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta announced her support for the U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s candidate for the November elections. RELATED: Who Already Have Endorsed Kamala […]
July 25, 2024

Venezuelan President Stays With the Working Class in Their Assembly
The president addressed the creation of an anti-lock law for the benefit of the working class and pledged to build three million more houses, apart from those that have already been delivered.