Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Global buyers of Bangladesh's readymade garments are cancelling scheduled visits and meetings in the country over security and political uncertainties, a development that industry leaders warn could affect work orders for the next two seasons.

At a discussion in Dhaka on Monday, leaders of the garment, textile and allied sectors called for urgent steps to stabilise the law-and-order situation and restore buyers' confidence.

They said sustained political stability and a predictable business environment are essential as the industry faces mounting pressures on multiple fronts.

The view-exchange meeting, titled "Business Crisis and Negative Trend of Exports: Way Outs", was held at Uttara Club and presided over by former ...