Australia's maritime unions are pushing forward with a two-day strike at BHP's Port Hedland operations in Western Australia, despite initial concerns about the impact on the global iron ore market. The strike, which began on Saturday, is expected to continue as planned.
The strike, which involves workers from the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and the Australian Workers' Union (AWU), is part of a broader dispute over pay and conditions. The unions are seeking improved wages and benefits for workers at the port, which is one of the largest in the world and a key hub for BHP's iron ore exports.