Tunisian unions call off general strike
Tunisia's union confederation called off the first planned nationwide general strike in 35 years at the last minute after the government yielded in talks with union leaders.
Support urged for trade unionist on hunger strike in Iran
A trade unionist imprisoned by the Iranian authorities is now into his second week of hunger strike to protest against mistreatment by prison officials.
Mexico's labor law reform sparks massive protests
A plan to gut labor protections has spurred unrest in Mexico's streets.
Under death threats, Mexican labor leader leaves country
Blanca Velasquez left the country this month and suspended a two-year legal battle she has had with the government, according to the AFL-CIO's Solidarity Center.
