“However, it is a matter of deep concern that we once again need the release of all those arrested during the minimum wage protests, the dropping of all criminal charges against those arrested, the removal of any threat of arrest for thousands of people You must repeat your call to finish. Future harassment of workers engaged in minimum wage protests should be prevented by quashing the First Information Report relating to those workers and more workers,” the letter read.
At the same time, the U.S. trade group called on the government to drop criminal charges brought against labor organizers like Jewel Mia, who was arrested last year for advocating for higher wages. Additionally, the violence that led to the deaths and injuries of workers during the protests should be investigated and those responsible should be held accountable.
In a letter to the BGMEA president, Stephen Lama demanded an effective role for business leaders in ensuring the safety of workers. BGMEA leadership could not be contacted to know their viewpoint.