A protest was recently held by tannery workers in the Savar Tannery Industrial Estate, demanding the implementation of the government-announced minimum wage, according to local media.

Around 100 workers, under the Tannery Workers Union, demonstrated on the main road of the estate for two hours. They claimed that while the minimum wage of Tk 18,001 ($150) for the lowest grade was announced last November, tannery owners have delayed its enforcement.

Union representatives stated that discussions with owners have yet to yield results, while the Bangladesh Tanners Association expressed optimism about resolving the issue through ongoing talks.

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