Hyundai claims humanoid robot plan is not part of talks with striking workers

Hyundai denies that humanoid robot deployment is part of ongoing strike negotiations with Korean workers, despite union warnings that any robot introduction must be negotiated. The dispute signals growing tension over manufacturing automation and labour displacement in automotive production.

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