Volkswagen labour leaders oppose job cuts
Volkswagen labour leaders and union representatives protested and vowed to fight management plans for large-scale job cuts and factory closures during a closely watched supervisory board meeting. Management says profits have eroded in China and has developed an extensive future plan to make the group faster, more robust and more competitive, while media reports suggest internal plans could close four German factories between 2031 and 2034 and potentially double planned cuts to 100,000. Lower Saxony holds a 20% stake with veto rights and labour holds half the board seats, creating high hurdles for any cuts.
Labour leaders vow to block proposed mass layoffs and plant closures
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Profits in China have fallen and management proposed a future plan. The supervisory board met to consider cost and plant decisions. Next steps could include board votes and further negotiations.
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