Bangladesh Garment Factories Reopen Amid Ongoing Wage Protests

Garment factories across Bangladesh reopened on Monday following widespread closures, though manufacturers remain anxious about persistent labor unrest over wage demands.

Workers are demanding a minimum monthly wage increase to 30,000 taka ($243) from 12,500 taka to combat high inflation and rising living costs.

The government established a six-member minimum wage board on Sunday, while factory owners warned they may invoke a 'no work, no pay' provision if fresh protests force closures.