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Samsung Workers Vote on 18-Day Strike Plan

South Korea action coincides with Italy’s March 9 public‑sector strike excluding transport and UK university stoppages set for March 10–11

Samsung Electronics’ labor union begins a vote Monday on whether to launch an 18-day general strike from May 21 to June 7. If members approve, the union plans a rally on April 23 ahead of the action, which would be the second companywide strike following a 2024 walkout. According to industry sources, union leaders have occupied an office at Samsung’s Pyeongtaek campus to encourage participation and aim to recruit about 200 staff to oversee activities and monitor participation. The union also says it will operate a reporting center and offer rewards to employees who report colleagues cooperating with the company, while pledging support for any legal or employment-related issues arising from participation.

In Europe, base unions in Italy have called a nationwide 24-hour general strike on March 9 across public administration, healthcare, education and parts of the private sector, with essential services guaranteed under Law 146/1990. After last-minute mediation, the transport sector is excluded, though localized disruptions remain possible at smaller syndicates, according to Sky TG24. Separately in the United Kingdom, Unison members at the University of Bristol plan strikes on March 10–11 over pay, and Unite officers are balloting for action over union recognition following a 2024 staff strike and subsequent recognition talks.

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Multiple labor actions are scheduled this week across South Korea, Italy and the United Kingdom, spanning manufacturing, public services and higher education.

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Image for article: Samsung Electronics faces rising union <b>strike</b> risk over planned walkout voteSettled

Samsung Electronics faces rising union strike risk over planned walkout vote

7 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 10:28 PM ET
pulse.mk.co.kr(opens in a new tab)

The union has also announced plans to recruit about 200 staff members to oversee activities and monitor workers during the strike. Choi Seung-ho ...

Start: May 21End: Jun 7
SOUTH_KOREA
Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)Other ManufacturingHardware & ElectronicsOther Logistics
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“We are fighting this war for the banks”: London post and transport workers denounce ...

8 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 8:45 PM ET
wsws.org(opens in a new tab)

The imperialist war against Iran, and Kier Starmer Labour government's participation in it, is deeply unpopular among workers. ... strike, but it has to ...

UNITED_KINGDOM
Road Transport (buses, trucking, taxis)Courier & Last-Mile Delivery
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News & Commentary: March 8, 2026 OnLabor

12 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 5:06 PM ET
onlabor.org(opens in a new tab)

The NIH now claims that they are trainees rather than employees, and that the union was wrongly certified by the Federal Labor Relations Authority in ...

End: Mar 10
UNITED_STATES
Other HealthcarePublic Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)
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9 March general strike may hamper public services but spares transport sector - VisaHQ

12 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 4:38 PM ET
visahq.com(opens in a new tab)

HR perspective: Employers must respect workers' right to strike but may require advance notice from employees whose absence disrupts international ...

Start: Mar 9End: Mar 9
ITALY
Other TransportHospitals & ClinicsPublic Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)Schools & Universities
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How did women spark the Russian Revolution? In 1917, thousands of women textile ... - Facebook

13 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 3:52 PM ET
facebook.com(opens in a new tab)

... workers in Petrograd went on strike. ... The Socialist Party of America designated this day in honor of the 1908 garment workers' strike in New York.

UNITED_STATES
Uncategorized
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Unite Union workers strike again over "toxic bullying culture" - Canary

16 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 1:27 PM ET
thecanary.co(opens in a new tab)

Over a year since the first strike by Unite union staff over a “toxic bullying culture,” Sharon Graham now faces a second industrial action.

Start: Mar 12
UNITED_KINGDOM
Non-profit & NGOs
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17 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 12:31 PM ET
nola.com(opens in a new tab)

... workers during the shutdown was causing "longer-that average lines." She did not, however, say whether TSA workers were on strike. "Passengers ...

Start: Feb 14
UNITED_STATES
AirlinesOther Transport
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17 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
awardswatch.com(opens in a new tab)

... worker's contract will be up, and thus a full workers strike will take place. For many, this would be the first time they've ever had to face such ...

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Film, TV & MusicArts & Culture
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Unison Bristol University strike and rally - Counterfire

17 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 11:58 AM ET
counterfire.org(opens in a new tab)

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Start: Mar 10End: Mar 11
UNITED_KINGDOM
Schools & Universities

Aftermath of strike on tower in Kuwait City | AFP - YouTube

19 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 10:21 AM ET
youtube.com(opens in a new tab)

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Settled
IRAQKUWAIT
Journalism & PublishingUncategorized
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Staff at Samsung to vote on strike amid union controversy - Yahoo

19 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 10:14 AM ET
yahoo.com(opens in a new tab)

South Korean electronics giant Samsung faces a showdown with its staff as its unionized employees prepare to vote on whether to stage a strike.

SOUTH_KOREA
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)Hardware & Electronics
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21 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 8:26 AM ET
actionnews5.com(opens in a new tab)

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UNITED_STATES
Public Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)Other Public Services
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This Day in History: Memphis sanitation workers’ strike reaches fourth week

21 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 8:02 AM ET
actionnews5.com(opens in a new tab)

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1,300 workers
UNITED_STATES
Public Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)Other Public Services
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Samsung Workers To Vote On 18-Day Strike Amid Union Pressure Controversy

22 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 7:14 AM ET
nasdaq.com(opens in a new tab)

(RTTNews) - Samsung Electronics is heading into a crucial labor showdown as its unionized employees prepare to vote on whether to stage a strike.

Start: May 21End: Jun 789,000 workers
SOUTH_KOREA
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)Hardware & Electronics

Samsung Workers to Vote on Potential Strike Over Pay Dispute - Binance

22 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 6:39 AM ET
binance.com(opens in a new tab)

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Planned
INDIA
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)
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May Day 2026: Festival, Rally & March - Walyalup

23 HR AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 6:28 AM ET
greenleft.org.au(opens in a new tab)

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Start: May 1800 workers
AUSTRALIA
Non-profit & NGOs
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Samsung Electronics' labor union under fire for allegedly pressuring members to join strike

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 5:06 AM ET
koreajoongangdaily.joins.com(opens in a new tab)

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Start: May 21End: Jun 7
SOUTH_KOREA
Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)Other ManufacturingHardware & Electronics
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1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 4:20 AM ET
chosun.com(opens in a new tab)

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SOUTH_KOREA
Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)Hardware & Electronics
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Samsung Electronics unionized workers to vote on strike amid controversy over disadvantages

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 3:33 AM ET
koreatimes.co.kr(opens in a new tab)

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SOUTH_KOREA
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)Hardware & Electronics
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1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 3:33 AM ET
bbc.com(opens in a new tab)

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UNITED_KINGDOM
Public Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)

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1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 08, 2026, 1:11 AM ET
youtube.com(opens in a new tab)

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Planned
UNITED_STATES
Food & Beverage ProcessingFarming & Livestock
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PCC employees 'pushing back,' hold march for better wages ahead of possible strike

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 07, 2026, 11:26 PM ET
yahoo.com(opens in a new tab)

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UNITED_STATES
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Uncategorized
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Samsung Union Threatens to Blacklist Workers Who Skip Strike

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 07, 2026, 10:26 PM ET
en.sedaily.com(opens in a new tab)

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Start: Jun 9End: Jun 18
SOUTH_KOREA
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Light Manufacturing (consumer goods, electronics, textiles)Hardware & ElectronicsUncategorized
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1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED MAR 07, 2026, 5:44 PM ET
kentonline.co.uk(opens in a new tab)

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UNITED_KINGDOM
Water & Waste ManagementPublic Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)Other Public Services