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French trade union rivalry is likely to intensify

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FRANCE

French trade unions.

Maghreb leaders face a growing challenge from unions

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NORTH AFRICA

Since President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s ouster in April, the military-dominated interim authorities have sought to shore up their own position, including by managing the…

Divisive Cambodian union bill will likely be passed

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CAMBODIA

Trade union legislation.

Shifts in union politics may benefit Mexican workers

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MEXICO

Union politics.

US Democrats’ gains could see wide labour reform

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UNITED STATES

The outlook for US labour and unions amid Democratic Party gains.

US civil service reforms could see spats

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UNITED STATES

The changes affect contract negotiations, disciplinary procedures and the role of labour unions. The White House argues the changes will improve efficiency, but opponents lament…

South African government faces public-sector showdown

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SOUTH AFRICA

The negotiations follow the government’s refusal last year to pay the final annual tranche of a previous three-year deal. Containing the public-sector wage bill is seen as key for…

Tunisian labour union is moving towards opposition

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TUNISIA

Tunis has been in negotiations with the IMF for a new package all year. The government needs the UGTT’s support to implement any IMF deal, but relations between government and…

French labour reform may be watered down further

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FRANCE

The draft law was presented by Labour Minister Myriam El Khomry in late February and aims at introducing more flexibility in France's rigid labour market. The government has led a…

Lebanon’s new labour unionism could affect May polls

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LEBANON

The GCLW is the traditional umbrella organisation for Lebanese trade unions, but has long been seen as too close to the political authorities. It has been increasingly outflanked…