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UN calls on brands to help Cambodian manufacturers absorb wage hike

06/01/2015

United Nations experts have called on global brands to help manufacturers in Cambodia absorb the rising costs after the minimum wage was raised 28% to $128 a month, effective January 1. The International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates this will increase overall average wages in the garment industry – which include bonuses and overtime – from ...

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