Bangladesh's garment sector, the lifeblood of its economy, faces uncertainty as fresh labour law changes raise fears of disruption and declining investor confidence.
The government in Dhaka is weighing an amendment that would allow workers to form unions with the backing of just 20 employees, replacing the current requirement that 20 percent of a factory's workforce must agree. Officials say the reform would empower employees, especially in smaller workplaces where organising has long been difficult.
