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03 November 2023

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Bangladesh concerned over future fashion orders as unrest continues

As garment worker unrest over minimum wage rates continue and the country prepares for a 2024 election, Bangladesh garment manufacturers tell Just Style they are concerned fashion buyers might reduce future orders.

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Bangladesh garment business owners and executives have expressed worries that the violence has raised concerns among foreign buyers. Credit: Shutterstock.

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