Cambodian garment workers has been on strike over pay. [AFP]Wed, 15 Sep 2010
Australia Network News
A strike by tens of thousands of Cambodian garment workers has entered its third day.
Unions are warning it could continue for weeks if employers ignore wage demands.
The strike follows a deal between the government and industry that set the minimum wage for garment and footwear staff at $US61 dollars a month.
Unions say the salary is not enough and want a base salary of $US93 dollars.
Both unionists and employers say more people are joining the action and it is affecting more factories.
Manufacturers say the loss of production will mean a drop in orders from buyers and harm Cambodia's standing among investors.
Unions are warning it could continue for weeks if employers ignore wage demands.
The strike follows a deal between the government and industry that set the minimum wage for garment and footwear staff at $US61 dollars a month.
Unions say the salary is not enough and want a base salary of $US93 dollars.
Both unionists and employers say more people are joining the action and it is affecting more factories.
Manufacturers say the loss of production will mean a drop in orders from buyers and harm Cambodia's standing among investors.
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