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Better factories Cambodia: an instrument for improving industrial relations in a transnational context
Cambodia
Analysis, discussion papers, and blogs
Rossi, Arianna, Robertson, Raymond
2011
Globalization of production has created an environment for labor-management relations that involves international actors and spans countries. This paper analyses the case of the...
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Multinationals, technology and regional linkages in Myanmar's clothing industry
Myanmar
Analysis, discussion papers, and blogs
Naing, Tin Htoo , Fei, Yap Su
2015
Myanmar’s clothing industry has played a pivotal role in generating employment and exports. This article explores the role of supporting institutions in the development of cloth...
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Brocades of the southern cities: Development of woven fabric products in order to add value to community economy
Thailand
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
Nakhasathien, Kunthida, Somtrakool,La; Siltrakul, Wisanee
2013
This qualitative research examines three weaving groups in the south of Thailand. The study analyzes the local wisdom used in the production of brocades in the southern cities a...
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"Workers' rights are human rights." Policy brief: The garment industry in Cambodia
Cambodia
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
Cambodian Center for Human Rights
2014
This policy brief aims to outline the current state of human rights in relation to the garment industry in Cambodia and offers recommendations for reforms. The brief includes an...
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Cambodia, women and work in the garment industry
Cambodia
Advocacy and promotional materials
Makin, Jennifer
2006
Women in Cambodia and elsewhere in Asia are a dynamic but often underrated economic force. Recent gains have included the narrowing of income gaps between women and men and man...
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Investment climate in Myanmar: The case of the garment industry
Myanmar
Books and book chapters
Kudo, Toshihiro
2010
A research paper assessing the competitiveness of the garment industry in Myanmar. The author argues that in order for Myanmar to participate in production and distribution netw...
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Lao PDR labour standards and productivity in the garments export sector
Lao People's Democratic Republic
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
World Bank Poverty Reduction and Economic Management Sector...
2012
This report describes labour practices in the Laos garments export sector as seen by both management and labour. It is based on an analysis of primary data collected through a r...
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Joint letter from global unions and global brands to the Cambodian Prime Minister
Cambodia
Advocacy and promotional materials
Adidas Group, Asda; American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.; Bonmarche;...
2014
This is a joint letter from global unions and global brands to the Cambodian Prime Minister communicating their concern over the killing and wounding of workers and bystanders b...
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Study on the perceptions of garment factory owners on nutrition and the feasibility for pursuing canteen services in the garment sector in Cambodia
Cambodia
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
BDLINK Cambodia; HRINC Cambodia
2012
This study focused on a review of the perceptions of factory managers in the garment industry on health and nutrition. It attempts to understand the feasibility of setting up...
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Cambodia garment and footwear industry: fire and life safety risk profile
Cambodia
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
ECC International
2014
Fatal garment factory fires and the catastrophic collapse in April 2013 of the Rana Plaza Building in Bangladesh highlighted the real risks facing garment and footwear workers,...
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Measuring competitiveness and labor productivity in Cambodia's garment industry
Cambodia
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
Salinger, Lynn, Hach, Sok; Samnamg, Chea; Seiha, Neou; Pereira,...
2005
The purpose of this report is to identify strategies for improving the competitiveness of Cambodia’s garment industry while maintaining Cambodia’s strong record on labor...
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Cambodia manufacturing sector
Cambodia
Issue and policy briefs
Phnom Penh Securities Firm PLC
This report focuses on Cambodia's manufacturing sector, particularly the garment industry. Cambodia’s economy depends on garment exports, which contributes 90% of their total...
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Shop 'til they drop: fainting and malnutrition in garment workers in Cambodia
Cambodia
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
McMullen, Anna, Labour Behind the Label, Community Legal Education Centre
This report investigating the causes of fainting and malnutrition among garment workers in Cambodia. Such triggers are overwork, poor ventilation, heat, lack of water, chemical...
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Impact of the garment industry on rural livelihoods: lessons from Prey Veng garment workers and rural households
Cambodia
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
Cooperation Committee for Cambodia
2005
A study exploring the impact of the garment industry on livelihoods in Prey Veng, Cambodia. The study inquires into the rise and long-term prospects of the garment industry in...
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Labour and social trends in Cambodia 2010
Cambodia
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
Cambodia. Ministry of Planning,National Institute of Statistics.
2010
Provides labour and social indicators and an analysis on the labour market and its impact on the Cambodian economy. The report discusses population characteristics;...
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Human rights and business country guide, Myanmar
Myanmar
Reports, journal articles, and research papers (including theses and dissertations)
Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business,The Danish Institute for...
2015
This guide contains information regarding the potential and actual human rights impacts of businesses operating in Myanmar. The guide highlights issue affecting rights-holders...