Sangsad Bhaban, April 9 -- The Jatiya Sangsad on Thursday passed the Bangladesh Labour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, incorporating provisions aimed at strengthening labour rights and aligning the country's labour standards with international norms.

Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Hoque Chowdhury moved the bill in the House for turning the ordinance issued in this regard during the interim government into law with some amendments and incorporating provisions. Later, it was passed by voice vote.

The bill seeks to enact the Bangladesh Labour (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025 and introduces significant reforms to advance the decent work agenda and ensure greater protection of workers' rights in line with international labour standards.

In the ob...