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Bangladesh reports 402 garment factories closed over three years

Bangladesh's commerce minister said 402 garment factories have closed over the past three years. The headline does not specify the causes or number of affected workers.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Sep 3, 2026, 11:41 AM UTC.

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The closures could affect employment and Bangladesh's major garment-export supply chain.

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402 garment factories closed in Bangladesh in 3 years: Commerce minister ↗thedailystar.net · Recorded source date: Sep 3, 2026, 11:31 AM UTC

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