Filipino President Benigno Aquino visit to Australia was marked by protest against his government’s continued repression of workers in the Philippines. The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) participated in the Melbourne demonstration. In addition to showing solidarity with Filipino workers at such events, the AMWU helps to fund an organiser for the Metal Workers Alliance in the Philippines.
Filipino President Benigno Aquino visit to Australia was marked by protest against his government’s continued repression of workers in the Philippines. The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) participated in the Melbourne demonstration. In addition to showing solidarity with Filipino workers at such events, the AMWU helps to fund an organiser for the Metal Workers Alliance in the Philippines.