βWhy was the inclusion of primary contractor unions in the negotiation window integration omitted from the Yellow Envelope Act manual?
The South Korean government has implemented a new labor law requiring primary contractors to negotiate with subcontractor unions, yet the inclusion of primary contractor unions in this process has been omitted from the official manual.
Government announces manual for the Yellow Envelope Law: 'Separate negotiations for primary and subcontractor unions'
The South Korean government has released a manual stating that under the new Yellow Envelope Law, subcontractor unions will negotiate separately from primary contractor unions.
βMiner Painterβ Hwang Jae-hyung, who painted the scenes of Taebaek Coal Mine Village for over 40 years, passes away
Artist Hwang Jae-hyung, known for his realist depictions of labor scenes in the Taebaek coal mining area, has died at the age of 74 after a long illness.
Last year's annual working hours: 1846 hours... need to reduce by 100 hours to reach OECD average
South Korean workers averaged 1846 annual working hours in 2025, a decrease, but still over 100 hours above the OECD average target set for 2030.
Lula, Pointing to His Wife, Says, 'Look at the Glove Without a Pinky Finger'...Touched by the Delicate Protocols
Brazilian President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva was visibly moved by the South Korean government's thoughtful preparations during his state visit, particularly a custom-made glove that acknowledged his missing pinky finger.
Lula displays four-finger glove in meeting with South Korean president
Brazilian President Lula presented a specially made four-finger glove to First Lady Janja during a meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung, symbolizing his past work-related accident.
Personnel Appointment on February 23
The article lists various personnel appointments and transfers within South Korean governmental departments as of February 23.
Daily Summary #1866: The Party of Viradouro, Champion of the Rio Carnival; General Strike in Argentina Against Labor Reform; South Korea Sentences Former President to Life Imprisonment
The latest daily summary covers Viradouro winning the Rio Carnival, a general strike in Argentina against labor reform, and the sentencing of former South Korean President to life imprisonment.
Victory of Employment Succession for Korean GM After a Month: Thanks to Communication with Union Members
Korean GM reached an agreement to retain all employees from its Sejong Logistics Center after significant pressure from the workers' union and public commitment from the government regarding labor rights.
Court: βTada Driversβ of Socar are Workers, Must Pay 1.4 Billion Won in Suspension Allowance
A South Korean court has ruled that freelance drivers for the ride-hailing service Tada qualify as employees under labor laws and are entitled to 1.4 billion won in unpaid suspension allowances.
The demand for cargo distribution by the Cargo Workers' Union is a legitimate exercise of the right to organize... The court cancels the Fair Trade Commission's disposition
A South Korean court ruled that the Cargo Workers' Union's request for specific cargo distribution percentages from companies is a legitimate exercise of their constitutional right to organize, and thus not subject to penalties under fair trade law.
Ministry of Labor to Reduce Confusion on the Yellow Envelope Law... Establishing a Committee to Support Collective Bargaining Decisions
The South Korean Ministry of Labor is establishing a committee ahead of the implementation of the Yellow Envelope Law to assist in determining the employer status of primary contractors in relation to subcontractor unions.
Coupang asks for US attorneys to βsit in onβ Korean government probe over Zoom
Coupang has requested permission for US attorneys to observe a Korean government investigation into the company over a data leak and labor violations.
Government's Stock Market Stimulus Policy Likely to Deepen Labor-Capital Polarization
Recent analysis indicates that the Korean government's policies aimed at boosting stock prices may exacerbate the polarization between labor income and capital income.
βSeollal Rainbow Rice Cakeβ that makes everyone happy
A South Korean rice cake maker produces colorful 'rainbow rice cakes' in preparation for the upcoming Seollal holiday, showcasing a blend of creativity and labor-intensive techniques.
How far has the 'Jeonbuk-style labor-management consultation' come?... Confirming the results and tasks of the province and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions
The Jeonbuk chapter of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions and the Jeonbuk provincial government reviewed the progress of their labor-management consultation model and outlined ongoing challenges.
Companies with more than three workplace deaths a year to face β5% of operating profit penaltyβ... Amendment to Industrial Safety and Health Act passes parliamentary committee
A South Korean parliamentary committee has approved an amendment to the Industrial Safety and Health Act imposing penalties on companies with three or more workplace deaths annually, potentially totaling 5% of their operating profit.
If you watch a South Korean series, a brutal punishment awaits you. Kim's regime executes even children
North Korea's regime is reportedly executing children for watching South Korean series, including the popular show Squid Game, with severe penalties like execution or imprisonment in labor camps for those caught consuming 'illegal' media.
Launch of Labor-Union Consultation Body between the Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions: A Permanent Communication Channel Established
The Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) have established a consultative body to facilitate ongoing dialogue on labor policies in South Korea.
Standards for Changing Workplace for Foreign Workers Revised, but Controversy Over 'Sabotage' Penalties
The South Korean government plans to revise the criteria for foreign workers changing jobs but faces criticism due to potential penalties for 'sabotage'.
[Exclusive] Repeated Dismissals of Property Damage Claims by Dismissed Teachers from the Korean Teachers Union... Criticism for Relying on 'Bad Laws'
The court has consistently rejected the property damage claims of dismissed teachers from the Korean Teachers Union, leading to criticism that it fails to critically assess outdated laws regarding labor movements.
Discussion on Supplementing the Basic Law for Workers Intensifies... Experts Say 'Fines Should Be Imposed to Enhance Effectiveness'
The South Korean government has initiated a public discussion to gather opinions on the Basic Law for Workers' Rights and the introduction of a worker presumptive system, emphasizing the need for fines to increase compliance.
'Worrying about phone bills and doing manual labor,' snowboarder Kim Sang-gyeom... at 37, earned the 'medal of perseverance'
After four Olympic attempts, South Korean snowboarder Kim Sang-gyeom finally clinched a silver medal, marking a significant milestone for the nation's Olympic history.
Ministry of Labor launches 'Policy Consultation Body' with labor and management organizations... Will it be the key to solving labor issues?
The South Korean Ministry of Labor has officially launched a policy consultation body aimed at addressing key labor issues through regular discussions with labor and management organizations, marking a new approach in governmental communication with major labor unions.
Supreme Court: Japanese war criminal company Nishimatsu must compensate the victims' families of forced labor
The South Korean Supreme Court ruled that Nishimatsu Construction, a Japanese company involved in forced labor during the colonial era, must compensate the families of the victims.
Diver who died in Japan's Jousei Underwater Coal Mine presumed to have drowned due to oxygen supply issues
A diver involved in the recovery of remains of victims from the Jousei Underwater Coal Mine died, likely due to an oxygen supply malfunction causing hyperoxia and subsequent drowning.
In North Korea, the dramatic fate reserved for those who watch South Korean series
In North Korea, severe penalties such as forced labor and even execution are imposed on individuals caught watching South Korean television series and films, according to an Amnesty International report.
Government to Hear Voices of Shipbuilding Industry Amid βEmployment Imbalanceβ... Town Hall Meeting in Ulsan on the 9th
The South Korean government is set to hold a town hall meeting on the 9th in Ulsan to address employment issues in the shipbuilding industry, which includes discussions about working conditions and labor relations.
Court rejects arrest warrant for Ko Jin-soo, head of Sejong Hotel branch... 'No risk of flight or evidence destruction'
An arrest warrant for Ko Jin-soo, the head of the Sejong Hotel branch of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, was rejected by the court, citing no risk of flight or destruction of evidence despite his involvement in a protest inside the hotel.
Amnesty: North Korea executes people for watching South Korean television
Amnesty International reports that North Koreans face public humiliation, forced labor camps, or execution for watching South Korean television or possessing foreign media, with poorer individuals facing harsher penalties than the wealthy who can pay bribes.
Discussion on the Merger of Power Generation Public Enterprises Intensifies...Renewable Energy Separately? Combined into One?
The South Korean government is initiating the merger of its power generation subsidiaries to comply with the 2040 coal power plant shutdown goals, amidst labor union opposition against separating energy sources.
"The person who participated in the high-altitude protest"... Police specifically request the arrest of branch president Ko Jin-soo
Police have requested the arrest of Ko Jin-soo, president of the Seoul Hotel branch of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, citing his prior high-altitude protest as a significant reason amidst his ongoing lobbying sit-in for the withdrawal of mass layoffs at the hotel.
Prosecutors request arrest warrant for Ko Jin-soo, head of the branch of the Sejong Hotel who staged a 'return to work' protest
Prosecutors have filed for an arrest warrant against Ko Jin-soo, a fired worker and leader of the Sejong Hotel branch of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, over allegations of obstruction of business following his 336-day protest for reinstatement.
[Guest essay] Will humans be crushed by the AI tide, or carried by it?
Korean President Lee Jae Myung's recent comments regarding Hyundai's robot adoption highlight the tension between technological advancement and labor union resistance.