More than 400,000 German industrial workers have joined the strike and walkouts at more than 2,800 sites, demanding 5% pay rises and stronger job security, after negotiations with employers stalled Germany's largest trade union, IG Metall, says more than 413,000 workers in the metal and electrical industries have taken part in 2,800 strikes and protests since Sunday the last Industrial activity covers 3.7 million workers across sectors that include car manufacturing, machinery, space and defense technology. The attacks improved large plants in Bavaria, northern Germany and Bremen. IG Metall is warning of longer cuts if employers do not comply, and talks are set to continue next week. 🤔 Marsez's approval rating of 18% seems excessive, doesn't it?