Dhaka, Dec. 1 -- Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) President Mohammad Hatem has warned that the country's apparel industry may face a crisis similar to the consequences once seen in the jute sector.

He expressed his concern on Monday at a seminar titled "The Potential of Bangladesh's RMG Sector: The Way Forward", organised by BKMEA during the Global Sourcing Expo 2025 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre in Purbachal.

Referring to a recent text conversation with Brigadier General (Retd) Dr M Sakhawat Hossain, Adviser for Labour, Employment and Shipping in the interim government, Mr Hatem said he holds him in the highest regard.

"However," he said, "through the changes in labour laws for...