ILO calls for transparency in fixing RMG wages in Bangladesh
17 Nov 23 2 min read
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- The ILO recently called for adopting a transparent, fair and evidence-based minimum wage determination process for Bangladesh's garment sector to ensure a decent living for workers.
- Expressing concern over demonstrations and violence over wage levels in the sector, it called for calm and restraint to avoid any further loss of life and damage to livelihoods.
Expressing concern over demonstrations and violence over wage levels in the sector, it called for calm and restraint to avoid any further loss of life and damage to livelihoods.
"We strongly encourage all parties involved to engage in constructive dialogue and negotiations with the objective of reaching a consensus on a minimum wage," said an ILO statement.
"…that not only assures workers of a decent standard of living but also considers the sustainability of businesses within the RMG sector," it said.
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"We acknowledge the work of the minimum wage board and encourage the parties to continue to discuss in good faith," it said.
"…and to take into account the concerns of workers and employers alike as part of the confirmation process of the minimum wage," it added.
Moving forward, it is imperative for Bangladesh to establish a national wage policy and an evidence-based system for wage determination, said the ILO.
"Preliminary discussions in this regard are ongoing, and we welcome the establishment by the government of a committee to explore this avenue," it said.
The country’s Minimum Wage Board has already finalised the minimum wage for the garment workers after consulting stakeholders.
However, garment workers in some parts are protesting, demanding a hike in their wages, and a group of trade union leaders have submitted a representation in this regard to the authorities.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
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