150 Bangladesh garment factories shut, 11,000 workers charged

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on November 11, 2023
Bangladeshi garment manufacturers have shut down 150 factories indefinitely as police have issued charges for 11,000 workers involved in violent protests demanding a higher minimum wage. The garment factories make up around 85% of Bangladesh's annual exports, supplying many global brands. The workers, who are mostly women, have...

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Published on November 13, 2023 -  02:27
โ€˜Factories Shut, People on Strikeโ€™ This is Probably the Biggest Test of Sheikh Haseena | Oneindia
Bangladesh's garment workers, demanding better wages, face intensifying protests resulting in four deaths. Police used rubber bullets and tear gas, arresting 11,000 workers and closing 150 factories. The majority of the economy relies on this industry, yet conditions are dire, with workers earning $95 monthly, and seeking $208/month which makes 25,000 taka per month. The government's response is seen as an attempt to curb the rise of the opposition BNP, as Haseena accuses BNP leaders of collaboration. With economic stagnation and debt, Haseena's authority may be at risk in January 2024. #Bangladesh #Bangladeshprotests #Sheikhhaseena #Dhakanews #Bangladeshnews #news #banglanews #worldnews #OneIndia #OneIndianews ~HT.178~ED.103~

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