Cambodia's garment industry workers cancel large-scale operations

More than 200,000 garment workers in Cambodia, who had initially planned large-scale protests demanding higher wages, have decided to suspend their actions following government intervention. The government has promised to hold discussions with factory owners, leading the workers to return to their jobs. Ati, Secretary-General of the Cambodian Labor Union, confirmed that the strike was called off and praised the government’s response as fair and reasonable. Cambodian Minister of Social Affairs, Sang Heng, announced that a meeting between labor representatives, employers, and government officials will take place on the 27th of this month to address the concerns of workers in the textile and footwear sectors. He emphasized that continued disruptions could negatively impact employees, businesses, and the national economy. The protest began earlier this week, with over 210,000 workers from 95 factories participating. This represents about two-thirds of the total workforce in the garment industry. The strike was organized by the union, which has been advocating for better wages for months. In July, the government and employers agreed on a minimum monthly wage of $61 (approximately S$81) for garment and footwear workers. However, unions argue that this amount is insufficient to cover basic living expenses such as food, clothing, and housing. They have been pushing for an increase to $93 per month to ensure a more decent standard of living. This development highlights the ongoing tensions between labor rights and economic realities in Cambodia’s export-driven manufacturing sector. As negotiations continue, the outcome could set a precedent for future labor disputes across the region.

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