migrant workers

IWW Cyprus: Workers spend the majority of their daily lives in undemocratic workplaces

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IWW Cyprus: Workers spend the majority of their daily lives in undemocratic workplaces

The Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) is a global labor union that has been organizing in Cyprus since 2020. The IWW stands out from traditional trade unions by being a union for all workers, including minorities, migrants, and sex workers. The IWW is not trying to be friendly with employers and government, unlike traditional unions. The IWW is a horizontal organization that values transparency and full participation rights for all members. The IWW encourages workers to join traditional trade unions as well. In Cyprus, the IWW organizes all workers under one big union, unlike traditional federations divided by profession or sector. The IWW aims to prioritize organizing over mere mobilizing and believes in forming strong relationships with fellow workers.

Limassol protest: Detainees speak of police verbal and physical abuse

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Limassol protest: Detainees speak of police verbal and physical abuse

Ten individuals arrested at a Limassol demonstration speak of an unprovoked police attack, horrible detention conditions, and abuse by the police. They were arrested following scuffles between protesters and police officers demanding a fair investigation into the death of Bangladeshi immigrant Anisur Rahman. Protestors and lawyers dispute the police’s account, describing the clash as an “unprovoked attack” and accusing the police of abuse.

World faces persistent low growth in absence of productivity reforms, IMF says

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World faces persistent low growth in absence of productivity reforms, IMF says

Global economic growth is projected to reach just 2.8% by 2030, a full percentage point below the historical average, unless major reforms are made to boost productivity and leverage technologies like artificial intelligence, according to the IMF.

Tajikistan says migrants fleeing Russia after concert hall attack

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Tajikistan says migrants fleeing Russia after concert hall attack

Fact: There has been a surge of migrant workers leaving Russia for Tajikistan after a concert hall attack near Moscow left dozens dead.