Labour issues

Handful of Micron workers strike in Taiwan

Union representatives and members demanding greater profit shares and better bonuses outside Micron Technology’s building in Taoyuan on Oct 22.

Taiwan President calls for Micron workers to negotiate ‘sincerely’ ahead of possible strike

Micron employs about 15,000 people in Taiwan and has said it invested more than NT$1.6 trillion (S$63.36 billion) on the island.

No evidence of cheating or fraud found in Sumo Salad work injury claim: Police and MOM

The investigations followed claims by EatGreen owner Jane Lee that a former worker faked a fall two days before her contract ended to claim workplace injury compensation.

Working from home? Sydney trader fired after laptop gives away his Singapore getaway

A “working from home” Sydney-based currency trader was fired after his employer discovered him working at a hotel in Singapore.

Micron workers at Taiwan plant vote to strike over bonuses

Workers attend a rally organised by the union representing Micron Technology employees at Hwa Ya Technology Park in Taoyuan, Taiwan, on Sept 17.

Rights group, US lawmakers condemn first Starbucks cafes in China’s Xinjiang

American coffee giant Starbucks opened two stores in Urumqi on Sept 29, in a move heralded by Chinese state media outlets.

Younger researchers studying pressing labour issues get more support from NTUC

The Associate Researchers Circle comprising eight young labour researchers was launched at the 6th NTUC Labour Research Conference on Oct 1. They will gain exposure to key labour issues and the opportunities to contribute expertise to the wider labour research network.

Paris Eiffel Tower says chief to step down after uproar over removing women staff

The removal of women staff during a visit to the Eiffel Tower by a Hindu religious group sparked an outcry across political spectrum in France which prizes secularism and gender equality.

At least 10 ANZ senior bankers in Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia to exit in revamp

An ANZ branch in Sydney. Its first-half profit surpassed analysts’ estimate on signs of improvement with the bank’s overhaul.

Qantas ground workers to strike over pay and conditions next week

Hundreds of ground workers who handle freight and QantasLink regional flights will strike over pay and working conditions.

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