The General Confederation of Labor (CGT-PSA) announced its unwavering support for the general strike carried out by workers in Kenitra’s Peugeot plant. The Peugeot Societe Anonyme (PSA) Group is based in France and is Europe’s second largest car manufacturer.

The union joined protesters to condemn working conditions at the Moroccan factory of French automotive manufacturer Peugeot.

Protesters demanded a raise of their salaries that do not exceed €240 per month, and protested against long working hours at night and on Saturdays.

Vincent Duse of the CGT-PSA union stated that workers in Kenitra are often forced to work overtime without compensation, make only 2400 dirhams a month and do not receive medical coverage or compensation for hazardous work.