Samsung injunction partially blocks looming worker strike. But its not over.
Samsung has secured an injunction that partially blocks a planned strike by its workers in South Korea. Despite this, up to 50,000 employees are still prepared to strike over bonus disputes. Negotiations continue as the union demands a larger share of operating profits for performance-based bonuses.
- ▪Samsung has won an injunction that partially blocks a planned strike by its workers.
- ▪Up to 50,000 Samsung employees are poised to walk off the job this Thursday, potentially marking the largest strike in the company's history.
- ▪The union is demanding that Samsung allocate 15 percent of operating profits for bonuses, while Samsung has offered 10 percent.
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Home > Tech Samsung injunction partially blocks looming worker strike. But it's not over. Over one third of Samsung workers in South Korea may strike this week, with significant implications for the country's economy. By Amanda Yeo Amanda Yeo Assistant Editor Amanda Yeo is an Assistant Editor at Mashable, covering entertainment, culture, tech, science, and social good. Based in Australia, she writes about everything from video games and K-pop to movies and gadgets. Read Full Bio on May 18, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard Samsung workers held a rally outside Samsung's semiconductor plant in Pyeongtaek, South Korea on April 23.
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