Bangladesh garment industry recovers but workers say little change
- Bangladesh's garment industry rebounded after a five percent wage hike was agreed in September, following a revolution that toppled the government last year.
- The apparel industry accounts for about 80 percent of Bangladesh's exports, earning $36 billion last year, despite challenges after the unrest.
- Workers express frustration over the wage increase, stating it is insufficient and that life remains difficult with rising living costs.
- Taslima Akhter from the Bangladesh Garment Workers' Solidarity group emphasized that workers are struggling to maintain a minimum standard of living.
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