Boeing sweetens offer to union as strike enters second week

Global aerospace giant, Boeing, has reportedly offered an enhanced offer to its unionized workforce in a bid to end a protracted strike that has now entered its second week. The terms of the new offer have not been disclosed, but the company states that it addresses key issues that union members had previously raised. The strike, involving thousands of workers, has caused significant disruption to Boeing's production schedule, and analysts say it's starting to impact the company's bottom-line. It also threatens to delay deliveries of some of Boeing's most popular aircraft models to customers worldwide. Boeing's management said in a statement, "We value our employees and are committed to resolving the ongoing dispute. We have enhanced our previous offer in good faith and hope that it will pave the way for a resolution that is satisfactory to all parties." In response, the union has confirmed receipt of the new offer and states that it is under consideration. They will conduct a vote among the union members to decide on whether to accept or decline the new proposal. However, the union squarely places the blame for the strike at Boeing's feet, accusing the company of failing to address worker concerns effectively. They are calling on the company to demonstrate that they genuinely value their workforce through actions and not just words. The eyes of the aviation industry will be closely watching how this situation unfolds and the potential implications it may have on Boeing's operations and reputation.