Research note

Cambodian Garment and Footwear Sector Bulletin issue 6: What explains strong export and weak employment figures in the Cambodian garment sector

The Cambodian Garment and Footwear Sector Bulletin provides an overview of recent developments in the sector, with an emphasis on issues related to wages and working conditions.

Part I of this sixth issue of the ILO’s Cambodian Garment and Footwear Sector Bulletin examines the apparent discrepancy between strong export growth and mixed indicators regarding the number of factories and workers in the sector. Part II provides a regular update of key statistics and developments relating to the garment and footwear industry in Cambodia