Rohingya crisis and wage issues weigh on Myanmar
Rohingya crisis and wage issues weigh on Myanmar
Myanmar's garment exports may be thriving, but the ongoing Rohingya humanitarian crisis in Rakhine State and rising wages are the latest shadows on…
Myanmar makers confident despite sector slowdown
Myanmar's garment industry is likely to achieve exports of US$3bn for 2018, despite a slowdown in the growth of the…
Myanmar female garment workers in fear of violence
Businesses involved in Myanmar's garment industry should take steps to ensure better safety and welfare of female employees, a new…
Researchers study impact of Myanmar minimum wage rise
As part of an ongoing programme to improve labour conditions in the garment industry, a European multi-stakeholder initiative has started…
Myanmar garment app teaches workplace safety
A smartphone game has been developed to teach garment factory workers in Myanmar about workplace safety and labour laws. Designed by SMART…
Will buyers absorb new Myanmar wage increase?
An industry body that works to promote 'Made in Myanmar' garments and sustainable practices has questioned how much of the…
New guidelines to safeguard Myanmar garment workers
New guidelines have been drawn up to help ensure the safety and health of garment workers in Myanmar. Launched as part of…
Concern over Myanmar labour law reform process
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and the Fair Labor Association (FLA) have welcomed the labour law reform process underway…
Myanmar approves minimum wage increase of 33%
The Myanmar Government has approved a 33% increase in the country's minimum wage rate across all regions following a period…