Society‘Going hungry’: Bangladesh garment workers say wages barely cover their needs

Tens of thousands of garment workers in Bangladesh have protested for a minimum monthly wage of 30,000 taka, more than double the current 12,500 taka. Workers say their pay cannot keep up with living costs. Police used tear gas and stun grenades in Ashulia and arrested dozens; the government formed a six-member wage board to review the demands.

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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-11-03 05:27Original