Eshrat Sharmin

The RMG sector has been a significant driver of economic growth since the early nineties in Bangladesh. The sector accounts for more than 80 percent of Bangladesh's export earnings and employs around four million workers relying on low-cost labour as a competitive advantage in the global market. However, the sector faces some structural issues which endanger its competitiveness in the long run.

Bangladesh's economy has witnessed remarkable growth, solidifying it as one of the fastest growing economies worldwide. According to the Bangladesh Economic Review 2023, the construction sector significantly contributes to this growth—approximately 6.41 percent in 2023. Construction's share within the industry sector and growth is on the rise, with the growth rate increasing to 8.71 percent in FY2021-22, compared to 8.08 percent in FY2020-21.

Posted On: 2023-10-13 Posted By: Afia Mubasshira Tiasha and Eshrat Sharmin Health & Lifestyle Education Employment Cities Real Estate & Construction International The Financial Express Newspapers Dhaka, Oct. 13 -- Gender-responsive policies intentionally incorporate considerations related to gender norms, roles, and relationships into their design, implementation, and outcomes.