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November 20, 2008 --

Last year, Colombia once more led the world in the number of trade unionists murdered, according a survey released November 20, 2008 by the Brussels-based International Trade Union Confederation.

Violence Against Colombian Trade Unionists

Human Rights and Labor Groups Condemn Bush Administration’s Economic War on Bolivian Workers

November 18, 2008 --

The Bush Administration has announced it will suspend trade benefits for the hemisphere's poorest country, claiming that the government of President Evo Morales has failed to do enough to curb drug ex

Free Trade Agreements and Trade Policy

Massive Sugar Cane Strike Continues in Colombia, Government Responds with Violent Repression

October 17, 2008 --

The Colombian government increased the repression against the sugar cane workers' strike this week, arresting workers and supporters and continuing the violence that has left over 100 workers injured.

Violence Against Colombian Trade Unionists

Court Document Analysis Shows Ongoing Impunity in Colombia

September 19, 2008 --

A new document released today by USLEAP shows that the Colombian government's "fight against impunity" lacks honesty, clarity, and a commitment to victims' rights.

Sugar Cane Worker Strike Concludes; Many Demands Are Met

November 13, 2008 --

The International Union of Foodworkers (IUF) reported Wednesday that after two months, the sugar cane worker strike in Colombia has come to a close.

Free Trade Agreements and Trade Policy

Honduran Melon Workers Strike to Receive Minimum Wage

October 17, 2008 --

On October 14th workers at the Santa Rosa melon plantation called off their 10 day long strike, when the Labor Ministry demanded that the agricultural company pay workers the legal minimum wage.