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15 Sep 2024

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Bangladesh: Govt. reports 15-20% of garment orders cancelled following mass protests

"Worker discontent: 15-20% of garment orders cancelled", 13 September 2024

Amid persistent worker protests in the garment sector, more than 50 factories have been indefinitely closed, with many others shutting down daily.

The interim government has said foreign buyers have cancelled clothing orders between 15 and 20 percent.

Labour Advisor Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain disclosed the figures during a press briefing following a meeting of the advisory council in Dhaka on Thursday.

He said, "We are seeing businessmen of some specific countries lobbying hard to secure orders. We have also been dealing with various issues, including recent discontent in Gazipur and Ashulia due to wage payment problems at a major company."

The government has intervened, with Finance Advisor Salehuddin Ahmed arranging a loan of Tk 7.9 billion to address wage issues for nearly 40,000 workers, partially easing the discontent.

The labour unrest began after the fall of the Awami League government on Aug 5, with sectors, including the garment and pharmaceutical industries, experiencing prolonged protests. Specific demands from garment workers vary by factory, leading to widespread disruptions...

Asif said a review committee, including labour leaders and legal experts, has been formed to address the issues. He urged workers to bring their grievances to the committee for resolution...

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