San: "Prolonged Labor Dispute at Korea GM... Concerns Over Setbacks in Business Normalization"

[Asia Economy Reporter Kangwook Cho] On the 19th, the Korea Development Bank (KDB) expressed serious concerns over the disruption of business normalization caused by the prolonged labor-management conflict at Korea GM.

On the same day, KDB announced that Kaher Kazem, CEO of Korea GM, visited the KDB headquarters to explain labor-management issues.

CEO Kazem shared with KDB the progress of labor negotiations at Korea GM, the current status of production disruptions due to partial strikes, and concerns from GM headquarters. KDB conveyed serious concerns about the possibility of business normalization setbacks caused by the escalating labor-management conflict.

In particular, KDB urged both labor and management to come together and find solutions promptly so that the partial strike scheduled until the 20th can be concluded quickly.

KDB stated, "The labor-management conflict at Korea GM is not limited to Korea GM itself but also has a significant impact on local economies, including partner companies. We once again urge both sides to make reasonable choices," adding, "We hope Korea GM can quickly establish a foundation for business normalization amid the COVID-19 crisis."

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