Global May Day Rallies Spotlight Labor Rights Amid Economic Strains

Workers and activists in Asia and Europe unite in widespread protests, voicing demands for better labor conditions and economic reforms.

Thousands of workers and activists in cities across Asia and Europe participated in May Day rallies, emphasizing calls for improved labor rights and economic policies.
In Istanbul, authorities detained dozens attempting to rally at Taksim Square, a historically significant site for labor movements, despite a government ban.
Indonesian workers protested a new law they claim undermines their rights, while demanding higher wages and better conditions for migrant workers.
South Korean protesters criticized the conservative government's labor policies, accusing it of exacerbating workers' hardships.
Rallies also took place in Japan and the Philippines, where demonstrators called for wage increases and job security amid rising living costs.