Samsung Electronics Labor Talks Stall as Bonus Clause Gap Remains

Samsung Electronics and its labor union sat down for talks again after a month and a half under government mediation, but they have yet to find common ground on key issues, including whether to codify performance bonuses. The negotiations came as the dispute between labor and management continued, with even the minister of employment and labor stepping in to stress social responsibility and mediate. Still, the two sides reportedly remain far apart on major demands, including putting the bonus system clearly into writing. As the talks are being treated as a “final negotiation,” whether an agreement is reached is expected to become a turning point for future labor relations. Source: mk.co.kr