VOICED: Economy stalls in Russian auto town

The AvtoVAZ factory in Togliatti, Russia, known for producing Lada cars, faces severe economic challenges, leading to plans for massive job cuts. Workers are struggling with reduced hours and salaries, impacting their ability to support their families. The economic crisis has halved sales, and unions blame poor management and corruption. The factory's potential closure threatens the entire town, heavily reliant on AvtoVAZ for employment. Workers face personal hardships, and unions plan protests, though fear of job loss limits participation.

What does the future look like for the town of Togliatti if the factory goes bankrupt?

What are the unions planning in response to the current situation?