ITUC - Asia Pacific

24/08/2026

ITUC-Asia Pacific strongly condemns the conviction of veteran trade union leader Lee Cheuk-yan, alongside pro-democracy activists Chow Hang-tung and Albert Ho, on charges of “inciting subversion” under Hong Kong’s National Security Law.

Lee has dedicated his life to uplifting workers and defending democratic rights through peaceful, lawful means. His conviction raises serious concerns over the criminalisation of peaceful political expression and the shrinking space for freedom of association and expression in Hong Kong.

For the trade union movement, this goes far beyond one individual or Hong Kong. Criminalising the peaceful defence of democratic rights through an overly broad application of national security legislation sets a dangerous precedent for working people across Asia and the Pacific.

ITUC-Asia Pacific calls for the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan, Chow Hang-tung, and Albert Ho to be quashed and for their immediate and unconditional release.

Read our full statement: https://tinyurl.com/LeeCheukYanVerdict

21/08/2026

The ITUC has denounced the guilty verdict against trade union leader Lee Cheuk-yan and activists Chow Hang-tung and Albert Ho on charges of inciting subversion under Hong Kong’s National Security Law.

🗣️ "This judgement is another deeply disturbing blow to fundamental freedoms in Hong Kong. Lee Cheuk-yan has devoted his life to defending workers, democracy, and fundamental rights. Peaceful advocacy for democratic reform and the exercise of freedom of expression must not be treated as threats to national security.” Luc Triangle, ITUC General Secretary

🔗 https://www.ituc-csi.org/ITUC-denounces-guilty-verdict-Lee-Cheuk-yan

ITUC - Asia Pacific

18/08/2026

The ITUC strongly condemns the attempt to arrest Jerome Adonis, chair of the Kilusang Mayo Uno trade union.

🗣️ “The attempted arrest of Jerome Adonis is an unacceptable attack on a trade union leader for exercising fundamental democratic trade union rights. The Philippine authorities must immediately stop this attempt to criminalise legitimate trade union activity and drop all charges against Jerome Adonis.” Luc Triangle, ITUC General Secretary

🔗 https://buff.ly/cA85Jtk

ITUC - Asia Pacific

18/08/2026

15/08/2026

ITUC-Asia Pacific stands in solidarity with Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) Chairperson Jerome Adonis and other activists facing arrest warrants in connection with the 2026 Labour Day mobilisation in the Philippines. 🇵🇭

The criminalisation of dissent has no place in a democracy. Workers and trade unionists must be able to organise, speak out and demand living wages and workers’ rights without fear of arbitrary arrest or prosecution.

We call on the Philippine authorities to immediately drop the charges against Brother Jerome and other trade unionists and ensure that criminal law is not used to intimidate workers, suppress dissent or undermine fundamental trade union rights.

Read our full statement 👇

ITUC-Asia Pacific expresses serious concern over the issuance of an arrest warrant against Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU/May First Movement) Chairperson Jerome Adonis in connection with the 2026 Labour Day protest.

13/08/2026

13/08/2026

🇹🇷 may have been yesterday, but the voice of young workers knows no calendar limit.

Representing Türkiye, Selin Keklik from Türkiye İşçi Sendikaları Konfederasyonu highlights what connects youth across borders: "We may live and work under different circumstances, but as young workers, we share the same aspirations — decent work and a future with dignity and hope."

Trade unions matter because they can help make young workers' common aspirations a reality. ✊

Our power is in solidarity! 🤝

12/08/2026

🇲🇲 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝘄𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿! ✊✨

To wrap up our series, youth trade union activists from the Building and Wood Worker Federation of Myanmar (BWFM) share their vision for the future — a future where every young worker can enjoy freedom, equality, justice, and dignified work.

Despite displacement, conflict, and the struggle for decent work, young unionists continue to organise, support young leaders, and strengthen solidarity beyond borders.

Together, we can build a future where every young worker is respected, valued, and protected. 🤝

BWI Global Union Ctum Myanmar

12/08/2026

🇧🇭 Young people in Bahrain face real hurdles in today’s workforce: low wages, job insecurity, and limited growth opportunities.

To tackle this, Ahmad Ali Jassam highlights concrtete actions taken by the General Federation of Bahrain Trade Unions ():

✅ Fighting for fair and living wages
✅ Organising camps and workshops targeting youth so they can build leadership skills and shape the decisions that affect them

When the power of young workers is built, the entire union movement grows stronger. ✊✨

12/08/2026

🇱🇰 Fair wages. Secure jobs. A real seat at the table.

In Sri Lanka, finding decent work with fair pay and real opportunities to grow is a major struggle for young workers. This is contrary to what young workers want.

In this video, Hashley Brinda from the National Trade Union Federation of Sri Lanka highlights how trade unions can turn young people's aspirations into reality by protecting rights, building skills, and including young voices in social dialogue. ✊

Young workers may face different challenges, but their aspirations for a fairer future are the same. The power is in youth's hands! 💥