The Bangladesh business forum held recently in Dhaka witnessed representatives from the Government, employers, workers and the world’s largest retail brands, discussing strategies for sustainable growth of the apparel sector of Bangladesh.
According to reports, the forum — under the theme Partnership and inclusion for sustainable growth — was organised by the Better Work Bangladesh (BWB) programme, a collaboration between the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) — highlighted the need for promoting dialogue in factories and building harmonious relations among management and worker representatives.
Reports further maintained over 400 stakeholders, including representatives from the Government, development partners, global brands and retailers, employers’ and workers’ organisations, manufacturers, civil society and academia attended the event.
