Dhaka, Feb. 26 -- After 1975, Bangladesh saw economic liberalisation leading to the growth of an export-focused ready-made garment (RMG) industry that mainly employs women. With lower wages and little resistance, factory owners maintain a comparatively cheap and stable workforce. The working conditions for these women are mostly informal, leading to a precarious job environment. The growth of the RMG sector has been influenced by political and economic factors in Bangladesh. Changes in government policies, international buyer pressure, and worker protests have shaped the industry over time.

Recently, there have been significant policy changes in the RMG sector, including updates to minimum wage laws and stricter labour law enforcement fo...