"AAFA urges Bangladesh to tackle worker welfare issues, raise minimum wage", 2 August 2023

In a recent letter to the Bangladesh Prime Minister, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) calls on the government to hold accountable those responsible for the murder of union leader Shahidul Islam and address its concerns over garment workers' welfare.

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The AAFA’s president Stephen Lamar, who represents a 1,000 fashion and footwear companies and their suppliers which compete in the global market, uses the letter to express his shock and horror at the recent grievous murder of garment union leader Shahidul Islam.

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Stressing the importance of freedom of association for safeguarding workers’ rights and ensuring proper working conditions, the AAFA urges the Bangladesh Government to continue constructive dialogue with unions, facilitate new union registration, and condemn any form of violence or intimidation against workers.