Bangladesh: Garment workers' union calls for protests in industrial areas nationwide through June 30

The National Garment Workers Federation has announced protests in industrial areas across Bangladesh through June 30 to call for the allocation of rations for garment workers in the national budget. Organizers did not specify venues and gathering times; potential protest sites include industrial areas with a high concentration of garment factories, such as Ashulia, Gazipur, Narayanganj, and Savar in Dhaka Division, as well as Chittagong. Dozens to hundreds of people could participate in each gathering. Protesting workers may launch work stoppages, potentially leading to production disruptions in factories.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain an increased security presence near any related gatherings and could use force, including water cannons, baton charges, and tear gas. Officials could implement enhanced security measures, such as temporary public gathering restrictions. Clashes between police and activists cannot be ruled out. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are possible.