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Lula: A victory for workers, democracy and social justice

The re-election victory of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva marks an important moment for workers in Brazil – and reinforces the significance of social dialogue, democracy and social justice all round the world. For our global trade union movement, it underscores the vital role that organised
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EFFECTIVE HREDD VIA STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT WITH THE ITF

Addressing human rights risks in the road transport sector requires HREDD that meaningfully involves road transport workers and their trade unions in identifying, preventing and mitigating harm, and in delivering remedies. 

Through its affiliated road transport unions, the ITF reaches drivers across

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AFFILIATE PROFILE: IDEA

Organising workers in the informal economy is one of the great challenges of trade unionism.

Because they work outside of the formal economy, most informal workers do not have basic labour rights such as annual, or social protections such as insurance. This leaves them with little bargaining power

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ASIA PACIFIC UPDATE: OCTOBER 2026

Welcome to the first edition of our regular newsletter for ITF affiliates in the Asia Pacific region.

The purpose of these updates is to keep you informed of what’s happening in ITF Asia Pacific, and to share important information about workers’ rights, regional campaigns, upcoming events and

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Kenneth Bondas

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is deeply saddened by the passing of Kenneth Bondas, former President of the Finnish Seafarers’ Union (FSU). Kenneth, a father of four, died at the end of September at the age of 65. He had retired only two years earlier after devoting more than
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