ITUC Backs Guy Ryder to Lead ILO
The ITUC has announced its backing for ILO Deputy Director General Guy Ryder to succeed Juan Somavia as Director General of the tripartite UN body in the election for the post in May.
Somalia: Freedom of Press in Danger
Hassan Osman Abdi, a leading Somalia journalist, was followed from his work place, shot and riddled with bullets on Saturday 28 January. He died on his way to the hospital. The ITUC strongly condemns this murder and calls for urgent measures to stop the attacks on journalists.
Journalists under Constant Threat in Honduras
Gilda Silvestrucci, a member of the Journalists for Life and Freedom of Expression group, received death threats by telephone on 24 January. The ITUC firmly condemns the constant threats against journalists who dare to exercise their profession.
Saudi Arabia bans trade unions and violates all international labour standards
A new report from the International Trade Union Confederation on workers’ rights in Saudi Arabia has uncovered alarming levels of child labour, discrimination and forced labour.
Labour leaders demand jobs, growth and equity as Chief Executives gather in Davos for World Economic Forum
The international union movement will put its case for the reform of capitalism at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week with five principles for dealing with current economic challenges.