Samsung bonus dispute: How far could the impact spread?

Samsung Electronics’ escalating labor dispute over bonus distribution is drawing global attention, raising concerns that disruptions at the world’s largest memory chip-maker could ripple through the global semiconductor supply chain. The union is demanding the removal of caps on performance-based bonuses and payouts equivalent to 15 percent of operating profit — estimated at around 45 trillion won ($31 billion). If talks fail, the union plans to launch a walkout on May 21, beginning with a rally

By The Korea Herald