Dhaka, Aug. 20 -- The government is planning to include domestic workers in the new 'labour law', expected by October 2025, Labour Secretary AHM Shafiquzzaman said, highlighting its commitment to improving their rights and working conditions.

He made the remarks on Wednesday while addressing the National Coordination Meeting on Domestic Workers' Rights, held in Dhaka with the participation of government officials, civil society representatives, labour rights activists, international partners and domestic worker leaders.

Oxfam, CAMPE, and the International Labour Organization (ILO) jointly organised the event, with support from Global Affairs Canada, the European Union and the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Speakers stressed the nee...