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The story so far · 3 days, November 1 to 7, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 3 editions, from Dhaka, Bangladesh on November 1, 2026. Newest first.
Garments dominate Bangladesh's exports.
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Garment workers want wages more than doubled and protests threaten exports. Bangladesh is the second-largest clothing exporter.
Why it matters: Unrest could disrupt global clothing supply.
Sources: South China Morning Post · See it on the globe
A wage board agreed to raise garment workers' minimum pay after five days of protests and clashes with police. Workers want ৳30,000 a month, up from ৳12,500. The board did not give the new figure.
Why it matters: The industry is a major clothing supplier to Western brands.
Sources: AFP via Wikipedia · See it on the globe
Workers clashed with police in Dhaka over pay and living costs.
Why it matters: Garments are the backbone of Bangladesh's exports.
Sources: Al Jazeera via Wikipedia, The Hindu · See it on the globe