Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday directed the authorities concerned to protect garment workers' interests and ensure uninterrupted production and export activities in the apparel sector.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed came up with the Prime Minister's instructions while talking to reporters after a meeting on the prevailing situation in the garment sector at the Secretariat at night.

At the same time, he warned that those involved in violence, sabotage and attempts to create disorder in the name of workers' movement will be dealt with strictly.

"The Prime Minister has given advice and directives to ensure that garment workers' interests are protected, their living standards improve, and production and developmen...