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Fatalities reported after garment workers’ strike in Cambodia

08/01/2014

The Cambodian Garment Manufacturers Association has accused local workers of causing losses of $200 million to the industry because of months of strikes. Chairman of the association, Van Sou Ieng, has told local media that some buyers are threatening to cancel contracts or take legal action because of the losses. Apparel is the Asian country’s...

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