IG Metall Threatens Further Strikes as Volkswagen Negotiations Conclude Without Agreement
The fourth round of negotiations between IG Metall and Volkswagen ended without an agreement, continuing the deadlock over job cuts and wage reductions. Tens of thousands participated in warning strikes at nine out of ten VW locations, with conflicting demands from both parties. IG Metall’s leadership stressed the urgency for a solution that avoids job losses, while VW’s negotiators emphasized the need for significant cost reductions to maintain competitiveness. Further negotiations are scheduled for December 16 and 17.