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Hyundai workers go on first strike in 10 yrs, seek higher retirement age, protection

short by Jessica Rajan / on Saturday, 22 August, 2026
Hyundai Motor's South Korean union staged its first full strike in a decade after wage talks failed to reach an agreement. Workers are seeking a higher retirement age and stronger job protections against AI and automation. Employees from Hyundai, Kia and suppliers also rallied outside Hyundai's Seoul headquarters, demanding direct wage talks for parts suppliers.
read more at Reuters