US labour delegation arrives in Dhaka

A delegation from the United States government arrived in Dhaka on Friday morning for a four-day visit aimed at enhancing economic resilience, stability, growth, and the creation of meaningful, high-quality jobs in Bangladesh.

The team has held discussions with the workers' organisation Solidarity Center about the working environment of labourers, among other issues.

The delegation was led by Kelly M Fay Rodríguez, special representative for International Labour Affairs from the US Department of State, and Thea Lee, deputy undersecretary from the Department of Labour.

The delegation is expected to meet with members of the interim government, private sector ready-made garment manufacturers, and representatives of labour unions.

They will also hold discussions with American businesses invested in Bangladesh’s ready-made garment sector and global labour experts to explore ways to support the country’s economy, democracy, and workforce.