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Last updated May 2, 2024
Created May 2, 2024
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Name Webpage capture on the news article about Garment industry minimum wage raised $2 for 2022 amidst criticism from unions and workers
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The article discusses the government's decision to increase the minimum wage for Cambodia's garment and footwear industry workers by $2 to $194 per month in 2022. Despite negotiations involving unions, employers, and government representatives, the modest raise has left unions and laborers dissatisfied. Union leaders argue that the increase fails to address the rising cost of living, worsened by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Concerns also arise about the effectiveness of some unions in advocating for workers' rights. The article sheds light on ongoing tensions and challenges in labor relations and minimum wage negotiations within Cambodia's garment industry.

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  • English