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    • Defend Union Autonomy in Mexico

    In Mexico, the country's largest mining company, Grupo México, and the Mexican government, first under President Vicente Fox, and now under President Felipe Calderón, have systematically and repeatedly violated Mexican law and international standards to crush the National Miners' and Metalworkers' Union of Mexico (SNTMMSRM). IMF affiliates around the world are mobilising and taking action in defence of basic labour rights and union autonomy in Mexico.

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    Unions debate way forward on rights in Mexico

    Panel discussion on Protection Contracts and Freedom of Association in Mexico packs a full house at the International Labour Organization. Union representatives call for union building, solidarity, and direct action against the government and employers.Jun 13, 2012

    Mexican courts recognise Napoleón Gómez as general secretary of miners' union

    The Supreme Court rules in favour of the union. The government must now officially recognise Napoleón Gómez as general secretary.May 03, 2012

    PKC sack local miners' union leader in Mexico

    The company claims the dismissal was due to a reduction in production. The union is demanding reinstatement.May 03, 2012

    Court cancels warrant for the arrest of Napoleón Gómez Urrutia

    The court ruling recognizes the truth, that the union leader never committed a crime, says Mexican miners' union.Apr 27, 2012

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