2023 Bangladesh garment workers strike

[2] The 4 million Bangladesh garment workers earn monthly wages starting at 8,300 taka ($75 US).

[3] BGIWF's Union president said of the situation,[3] "Brands and retailers only care about smooth shipments and profit.

[2] On November 7, the Bangladesh government announced a new salary structure for protesting garment workers, raising the monthly minimum wage to ~US$113, to take effect December 1, 2023.

The garment workers union heavily criticized this increase for being too small, announcing their intention to continue striking.

Additionally they cited Bangladesh's 9.5% inflation which had worsened the ability for garment workers to make ends meet.