Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) President Rubana Huq has urged worker leaders to refrain from complaining about internal problems to foreigners.
"Foreign buyers do not increase rates even though our production cost has increased immensely. If you complain to buyers, then they get a chance to bargain and reduce prices," she said during a roundtable discussion on the national budget at the National Press Club on Tuesday (May 21).
The BGMEA president also said a lack of unity between garment factory owners and worker leaders was a barrier to the industry’s development, reports UNB.
“The BGMEA will take all necessary initiatives if workers inform the organization of their demands before lodging complaints with foreigners,” she added.
"The welfare of the workers reflects the industry's wellbeing. Do not cause any violence. I am with you," Rubana Huq said.