Assessing the Safety of Bangladesh's Garment Industry 10 Years After Rana Plaza.

Ten years after the Rana Plaza disaster, which killed over 1,100 people, mostly women, in Bangladesh's garment industry, the country's factories are safer due to the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh, a legally binding commitment signed by over 200 brands, factories, and trade unions. However, the Accord only covers around half of the country's garment factories, and many small manufacturers and subcontractors still operate outside its remit. Activists are urging brands to renew the agreement and expand their commitments to cover wages, union rights, and worker welfare.