Samsung is facing growing tension between its management and workers as talks over pay and bonuses have failed. The company’s largest union is now increasing pressure on employees to join a strike.

The union is planning a big strike in May. It said it will publicly share which teams and departments take part in the strike. This is meant to encourage more workers to join. The union also warned that teams that do not participate may not get benefits later, such as better bonuses or improved working conditions.

Earlier, the union had already said that workers who do not join the strike could face negative outcomes. Because of this, pressure is increasing on employees to take part.

Most union members, around about 70%, work in the semiconductor (DS) division, which is very important for the company’s business. The union is focusing on this division because a strike there could strongly affect operations. However, workers in the finished product division are less interested in joining the strike.

The main issue is about performance bonuses. Right now, bonuses are limited to 50% of a worker’s yearly salary. The union believes this limit is unfair and wants it removed so workers can earn more.

On the other hand, the company has offered a different plan. If the semiconductor division becomes the best in the domestic market, more than 10% of profits will be shared as bonuses. This could allow workers to earn more than the current limit through special rewards.

Even after several meetings in late March, both sides could not reach an agreement, and discussions have stopped for now. Stay tuned for more information.

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