Focus on Labour
Striking BHP miners reject new talks as Escondida standoff hardens
Initial meeting over BHP mine strike does not constitute formal start of talks as copper site continues limited operations.
Workers strike at world’s biggest copper mine in Chile
Escondida mine strike called by union over unmet demands echoes 44 days of action in 2017 that cost BHP $740m.
Exxon Mobil reports 59 layoffs to Texas agency post-Pioneer acquisition
Exxon Mobil issued layoff notices to 59 employees following its $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources.
Brazil environmental workers sign agreement to end strike holding up oil permits
Brazil's federal environment workers' union ends strike over oil and gas licenses, but broader work slowdown persists.
China’s drivers fret as robotaxis pick up pace — and passengers
Self-driving technology remains experimental but China has moved aggressively to green-light trials.
EV transition worries French car industry workers
Parts suppliers across France fear that phasing out combustion energies will see automotive manufacturing jobs move out of the country.
Canadian union Unifor calls for strict tariffs on imported Chinese EVs, components
Unifor urges Ottawa to impose high tariffs on Chinese EVs and components, citing unfair competition risks to the local EV sector.
Exclusive-Union at BHP’s Escondida mine urges rejection of contract offer, strike possible
The 2,400-strong workforce will vote from Monday to Thursday, and a strike could start immediately if the members reject the deal.
Spreading Canadian wildfires prompt more evacuation warnings, oil production worries
Imperial Oil said there was no direct impact on its operations at the moment and that it continues to monitor the situation closely.
UK climate groups, unions demand ‘just transition’ for Tata Steel workers
Climate groups and unions are calling for alternative solutions to decarbonising Tata’s Port Talbot plant in order to prevent mass job losses.
