May 1, 2025: COSYFOP renews its commitment to defending union freedoms and workers' rights.

On the occasion of International Workers' Day, the Confederation of Trade Unions of Productive Forces (COSYFOP) issued an official statement sounding the alarm about the state of trade union freedoms in Algeria, stressing that they continue to face serious threats and are experiencing a steady decline despite the country's international commitments.

In its statement issued on May 1, 2025The Confederation demanded president With urgent intervention ForRelease all unionists detained for their peaceful union activity., And at their head the fighter Ali Mammeri, along with a number of resident doctors who face legal action as a result of their struggle to improve working conditions and the health system.

COSYFOP reminded that Algeria remains Obligated to respect ratified international agreements, especially those issued by the International Labour Organization, which guarantees freedom of association and protection from occupational repression and discrimination. It also called on the Algerian authorities to Compliance with the recommendations of ILO monitoring committees and UN rapporteurs In this regard.

On the social and economic side, the Confederation stressed that: Workers' dignity cannot be achieved without a fair monthly wage and public services that guarantee a minimum standard of decent living., calling for opening Serious and effective social dialogue channels It ensures the representation of independent unions and consolidates their role as a partner in developing social policies.

COSYFOP also singled out the issue in its statement: Foreign workers and African migrants in Algeria, expressing her concern about Violations against this vulnerable group, and a preacher Adopting laws that protect their rights and grant them the right to organize unions and defend themselves., in line with international human rights and labor standards.

At the end of the statement, the Confederation stressed that: The struggle for social justice and trade union freedoms is a natural extension of the values of November 1st and the values of Labor Day.Calling on all social, trade union and human rights activists to close ranks and work for a just Algeria that honours workers and upholds the values of freedom and dignity.