Impact of Globalization on RMG Sector in Bangladesh (2007- 2014): A Critical Analysis

Abstract

As this is the period of globalization, there is increasing contestation among RMG products selling countries. Compliance issues of RMG factories are the main demand of international buyers and global institutions. So, it is necessary for Bangladesh‟s RMG providers to enhance compliance in their workhouses where laborers work. This paper investigates the impact of Globalization on the working environment of the RMG sector of Bangladesh by examining the situation of compliance issues recognized by international actors. The findings of the research show that most all of the Compliant factories are ensuring workers rights that are related with international labour standards and working environment of these factories is better than that of Non- compliant factories. After the practical investigation it is clear that, Globalization make an impact on the working environment of the RMG industry in Bangladesh because before the Rana Plaza and Tazreen Fashions tragedy, the working environment of the RMG factories was unsatisfactory what was known through literature review. After these accidents international actors have taken a lot of initiatives. At present both factories situation is better than before. Though Non-compliant factories are not maintaining workers rights properly but some of the issues have been improved that was absent before. So the affairs which are related to the advancement of RMG sector should properly maintain for sustaining in the world market.