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Samsung Seeks Court Order Amid Upcoming Worker Strike

4/17/2026

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. sought a court order on April 16 to curb unions during a strike.
Unionized workers demand removal of a performance pay cap in wage disputes.
Workers voted to authorize strike starting May 21 if no wage agreement is reached.
Unions plan a rally on April 23 to pressure management.
Samsung's court action has been criticized as violating right to strike and could disrupt production at Pyeongtaek.

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. sought a court order on April 16 to curb unions during a strike.
Unionized workers demand removal of a performance pay cap in wage disputes.
Workers voted to authorize strike starting May 21 if no wage agreement is reached.
Unions plan a rally on April 23 to pressure management.
Samsung's court action has been criticized as violating right to strike and could disrupt production at Pyeongtaek.