AM27560061
HONG KONG CONNECTION: UNITY IS STRENGTH
Rebar fixers who staged a record-breaking 36-day strike in August explain why they established a new union (ÔúèF˜IˆF½Y¹¤•þ) which is independent from their former representative, Bar-bending Workers' Union (BWU), a subsidiary of the Federation of Trade Unions. BWU representative defends its non-confrontational negotiation style during the strike. Examines the reason for the reduction in construction job opportunities and falling workers' salaries. Criticizes the government for siding with the business sector at the workers' expense. Observes that booming Macau has provided temporary relief to Hong Kong's job shortage problem. Points out workers' need for re-training to cope with the restructured construction projects.
DVD
30 minutes
2008
USD 500.00