Garment export might make a full recovery to pre-pandemic levels by October this year as shipments are rebounding with the reopening of Western retail stores, said the BGMEA president yesterday. Between July and April of the current fiscal year, receipts were up 6.24 per cent year-on-year to $26 billion, showing the resilience of the industry amidst the fallouts of Covid-19.
Bangladesh apparel industry stands at a critical juncture. The industry has achieved significant improvements in safety and is making steady strides in sustainability. However, the industry, at present, faces a debacle as debates regarding its safety monitoring authority have risen. The current safety arrangement under which our garment factories are being inspected is the RMG
The Rana Plaza collapse led to the agreement, which improved factory safety for workers. Despite a last-minute extension, its legacy may be in jeopardy.
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