South Korea: Unionized bus drivers end strike in Changwon, South Gyeongsang Province, April 20 /update 1

Event

Unionized bus drivers have ended a strike in Changwon, South Gyeongsang Province, April 20 following talks with officials. Participants began the action 05:00 April 19 to demand increased wages and an extension of the retirement age. Bus drivers from nine companies, which account for around 95 percent of bus services in Changwon, reportedly joined the work stoppage.

Lingering transport disruptions are possible April 20 as drivers return to work.

Advice

Confirm bus schedules in Changwon April 20 due to possible lingering disruptions.