Labour unrest Bangladesh

Why does labour unrest drag on?

Following the political changeover on August 5, the country’s main export-earnings sector, the garments industry, witnessed a large-scale and drawn-out spell of labour unrest in industrial belts such as Savar, Gazipur, Ashulia, Zirabo and Zirani.

Can the EU visit tip the scales for workers' dignity?

The timing of the visit, amidst labour unrest and pre-election volatility, is particularly significant.

November 13, 2024
November 13, 2024

Why does labour unrest drag on?

Following the political changeover on August 5, the country’s main export-earnings sector, the garments industry, witnessed a large-scale and drawn-out spell of labour unrest in industrial belts such as Savar, Gazipur, Ashulia, Zirabo and Zirani.

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

Can the EU visit tip the scales for workers' dignity?

The timing of the visit, amidst labour unrest and pre-election volatility, is particularly significant.