Student struggles go global
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Students all over Europe — and, indeed, the world — are planning a wave of high-level direct action as part of the Global Week of Action, called by the “International Students Movement”.
Indonesia
Death of Indonesian butcher Suharto
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By Harry Glass
The former Indonesian dictator Suharto died on 27 January, without facing justice for the millions he killed or the wealth he appropriated during his 33 years in power.
Dita Sari: why we are standing
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Dita Sari, the former trade union leader and political prisoner under the Suharto regime, is chair of the ‘ new, broader National Liberation Party of Unity (Papernas). She will be its candidate for the 2009 presidential elections. Sari was interviewed by Green Left Weekly in January. Below are some extracts.
Papernas meets despite right wing attack
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In Solidarity 3/105, 25 January 2007 we reported on the Papernas party in Indonesia, which held its first conference on 18-20 January. The party includes the People’s Democratic Party (PRD), the main socialist opposition party in Indonesia, which includes Dita Sari and other militants.
Broad Left Party Forms in Indonesia
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According to International Viewpoint the People’s Democratic Party (PRD) in Indonesia is about to form a new political party. At the end of November, the National Liberation Party of Unity, or PAPERNAS will hold its founding congress.
Workers's news round-up
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Indonesia
Trade union rights may be curbed in new special economic zones (SEZs) in Indonesia’s Riau Islands, according to press reports.
Workers' news round-up
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Indonesia
A wave of protests — including on May Day — by Indonesian workers has forced the government to put off its draft labour law.
Workers' news round up
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By Pablo Velasco
Pakistan
Six Pakistani left parties and groups have united to form Awami Jamhoori Tehreek (AJT — the People’s Democratic Movement), which has the potential to become the fifth-largest political group in Pakistan. The AJT aims to contest the 2007 elections.
Indonesia
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Around 25,000 workers at electronics company PT Maspion went on strike on at the end of February demanding that the company implement a new regional minimum wage.
Workers' news round-up
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Bolivia
The Bolivian elections on 18 December are being hailed as the end of 20 years of neoliberalism.