Against the backdrop of the Savar tragedy, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) voiced its opposition against boycotting of Bangladeshi readymade garments by the international buyers. “I want to make a plea to resist the temptation for boycott or sanction. We have to keep that away from the situation provided that we act and we act ... Read more
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ILO pushes for a roadmap today
Visiting Deputy Director General (DDG) for Field Operations and Partnerships, International Labour Organisation (ILO) Gilbert Fossoun Houngbo said here on Friday that they are expecting a way forward after Savar tragedy and a roadmap will be there by Saturday to address safety issues. “I’m looking forward in a very positive way. We’ve to consider this ... Read more
ILO concerned over workers’ safety, rights in Bangladesh
The visiting Deputy Director General of International Labor Organisation (ILO), Gilbert Fossoun Houngbo, on Friday said that though Bangladesh has remarkably achieved a significant economic growth over the years, the working standard, safety and rights of the workers in the country were not confirmed. Houngbo said that he was impressed with the positive
1.5 lakh victims of trafficking in region: ILO
Chittagong: According to International Labour Organization (ILO) at least 150,000 children and women are being trafficked barely in the South-Asian region and the major destinations of the trafficked victims are India and UAE. Anuradha Koirala, founder and director of Maity Nepal, shared this information at a