Global Framework Agreements: What are they about?

Publicado: 17 Diciembre 2008
Google translate: 

12/17/2008 - The conclusion of global framework agreements and the creation of trade union networks in multinationals is a key priority of UNI Finance.



Global framework agreements are legally non-binding. They are one element in establishing a group-wide – global – framework for industrial relations within a multinational, a framework that does not replace but link national level industrial relations.



Key elements of a global framework agreement are:

  • worldwide dialogue/relationship between the union side under the umbrella of UNI Finance and management.
  • setting standards for the company‘s worldwide operations (labour rights and industrial relations).
  • monitoring mechanism for these standards.
  • trade union network in the multinational.



Further information can be found on the UNI website: "http://www.uniglobalunion.org/UNIsite/In_Depth/Multinationals/GFAs.html