Workers in the electronics industry fight race to the bottom

The electronics industry is one of the most globalised in the world, with major companies like Samsung and Apple placing their factories in Asia in their search for lower costs and higher profits. Although workers are subjected to inhumane conditions, they continue to fight and organise, as shown by recent examples in Thailand and Malaysia. A recent report gives an overview of the industry in the region and the continual attempts by workers to improve their wages and conditions.

The electronics industry is one of the most globalised in the world, with major companies like Samsung and Apple placing their factories in Asia in their search for lower costs and higher profits. Although workers are subjected to inhumane conditions, they continue to fight and organise, as shown by recent examples in Thailand and Malaysia. A recent report gives an overview of the industry in the region and the continual attempts by workers to improve their wages and conditions.