News & Insights Across Asia
A U.S. federal judge has extended the pause on President Trump’s ‘buyout’ offer for federal workers, delaying the deadline for approximately 2 million employees to opt out of their jobs for seven months of salary.
For the first time in over 80 years, 25,000 U.S. auto workers have launched a historic strike against the Big Three automakers, demanding fair wages and benefits amid high inflation.
French labor unions staged nationwide strikes on November 10, demanding wage increases amid rising inflation and energy prices. The protests disrupted transportation in cities like Paris, highlighting public discontent.
A 24-hour strike by unions has paralyzed Greece’s largest port, Piraeus, as workers protest against job insecurity and high costs. The disruption could impact global trade routes connecting Europe and Asia.