Made in Bangladesh
Films that portray the lives of workers: Must-watch titles this May Day
International Workers’ Day, observed today, marks a historic day steeped in the struggles and sacrifices of workers across the world. Over the years, writers in every language have penned poems, novels, and stories about labour movements, while musicians have voiced their solidarity through songs. Equally powerful are the cinematic portrayals of working-class lives—films that go beyond mere entertainment to provoke thought and reflection.
1 May 2025, 05:47 AM
The Faces behind ‘Made in Bangladesh’
In a conversation with Lamia Karim, professor of anthropology at the University of Oregon, Eugene, about her research on Bangladesh's RMG workers.
24 November 2024, 18:00 PM
We need to globalise 'Brand Bangladesh'
To create our brand appeal to buyers and consumers alike, we need a long-term, multi-pronged approach.
25 September 2024, 09:45 AM
Tazreen Fire: A decade without justice
For 10 long years, the state has failed the victims of Tazreen and their families.
24 November 2022, 13:47 PM
Sweater next big item in apparel export basket
Rising temperatures, shifting of orders from China, and changes in fashion have all made Bangladesh a major manufacturer of sweaters in recent years.
14 November 2022, 02:40 AM
Find foreign partners for technology transfer, PM tells businessmen
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday called upon the country’s businessmen to find out their foreign partners to utilise their technology and knowledge in the local industries.
13 November 2022, 07:27 AM
‘Importing’ goods ‘Made in Bangladesh’
A Chinese company housed in the Chattogram Export Processing Zone imported finished goods with “Made in Bangladesh” labels by declaring those as raw materials, in an incident that violated both local and international rules.
31 July 2022, 02:30 AM
Global clothing retailers turning to Bangladeshi fabrics
Major international clothing retailers and brands are increasing their reliance on the fabrics made in Bangladesh to produce apparel items, owing mainly to shorten lead time and cut the shipping costs that have gone through the roof.
18 May 2022, 03:30 AM
‘Made in Bangladesh’ wins award at Torino Film Festival
Rubaiyat Hossain’s feature film Made in Bangladesh, won the Interfedi Award at Torino Film Festival, Italy. The film was awarded for effectively representing the conditions of women working in the textile industry in an economically marginalised area.
1 December 2019, 18:00 PM
Functionality Meets Style at MIB
MIB – Made in Bangladesh has been the architect of functional smart bags in the country. Inspired from the spirit of 1971, all of their eco-friendly and upcycled carriers are crafted with thought; perfect, with pride and style.
30 July 2018, 18:00 PM
'Made in Bangladesh' A story of women in the garment industry
Bangladeshi filmmaker Rubaiyat Hossain recently finished shooting for her new film Made in Bangladesh. The shoot took place in Dhaka and Gazipur. After Meherjaan and Under Construction this is her third feature film that reflects the strength and success of the working women in the RMG industry of Bangladesh.
5 June 2018, 18:00 PM
Marine Le Pen rally T-shirts made in Bangladesh
Souvenir T-shirts, which were sold at French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen’s meeting in Villepinte, northeastern suburbs of Paris, are made in Bangladesh.
4 May 2017, 15:05 PM
Made In Bangladesh spring meet-up
MIB’s flagship event is here! ‘Made in Bangladesh’ celebrates the essence of each season by opening its doors to the public. The spring meet-up began on April 7 and will continue till April 14, providing us with a platform to get in touch with local brands.
11 April 2017, 07:33 AM