Establishing programs in other countries
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Update on ongoing feasibility studies
Update on ongoing feasibility studies
The Secretariat conducted brand surveys, desk research, and in-depth interviews between October 2021- January 2022 to measure interest, presence, and volume of signatory brands in key garment-producing countries.
Based on key findings, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Morocco, and India emerged as the priority countries to carry out detailed feasibility studies on expansion.
Between March – August 2022, the Secretariat met with key stakeholders from industry, government, trade unions, brands, and civil society in the priority countries for in-depth stakeholder consultations.
Based on strong interest from stakeholders, the Accord Steering Committee agreed to conduct pilot inspections as part of the feasibility study in Pakistan to inform the possible establishment of a workplace safety program there.
Stakeholder engagement on the terms of a program in Pakistan continues and a decision among signatories is expected before the end of 2022. The Accord will continue dialogue with stakeholders in Sri Lanka, Morocco, and India to assess the feasibility of establishing safety programs in their garment and textile industries.
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On 23 October 2025, the Pakistan Accord hosted a Brand-Supplier Roundtable at the Avari Hotel in Lahore, bringing together over 50 brand representatives and 30 key suppliers.
This briefing provides updates on the number of signatory brands, factories and workers. Additionally, it includes guidance on the actions suppliers should take to address immediate safety findings.
Safe exits, unlocked gates, functioning alarms, effective fire separation, and strong emergency preparedness are essential for the health and safety of every worker, within and beyond the garment industry.
On 23 October 2025, the Pakistan Accord hosted a Brand-Supplier Roundtable at the Avari Hotel in Lahore, bringing together over 50 brand representatives and 30 key suppliers.
Safe exits, unlocked gates, functioning alarms, effective fire separation, and strong emergency preparedness are essential for the health and safety of every worker, within and beyond the garment industry.
The International Accord’s All Signatory Meeting was dedicated to insights on the progress and operations of the Accord’s country program in Bangladesh and Pakistan, alongside exploring opportunities to expand the Accord’s scope and impact.
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RSC: Status of Safety Remediation in Bangladesh
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On 1 June 2020, the functions of the Accord Office in Bangladesh transitioned to the RMG Sustainability Council (RSC). The RSC inherited all operations, staff, infrastructure, and functions of the Accord Office in Bangladesh; and continues with factory inspections, remediation monitoring, and workplace program. This means that from 1 June 2020 onwards, signatories to the International Accord have agreed to fulfill their commitments in Bangladesh through their participation in the RSC.
You can find the progress & completion rates of safety remediation at the Accord-covered factories on the website of the RSC here.
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On 23 October 2025, the Pakistan Accord hosted a Brand-Supplier Roundtable at the Avari Hotel in Lahore, bringing together over 50 brand representatives and 30 key suppliers.
This briefing provides updates on the number of signatory brands, factories and workers. Additionally, it includes guidance on the actions suppliers should take to address immediate safety findings.
Safe exits, unlocked gates, functioning alarms, effective fire separation, and strong emergency preparedness are essential for the health and safety of every worker, within and beyond the garment industry.
On 23 October 2025, the Pakistan Accord hosted a Brand-Supplier Roundtable at the Avari Hotel in Lahore, bringing together over 50 brand representatives and 30 key suppliers.
Safe exits, unlocked gates, functioning alarms, effective fire separation, and strong emergency preparedness are essential for the health and safety of every worker, within and beyond the garment industry.
The International Accord’s All Signatory Meeting was dedicated to insights on the progress and operations of the Accord’s country program in Bangladesh and Pakistan, alongside exploring opportunities to expand the Accord’s scope and impact.
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RSC: Status of the Safety and Health Complaints Mechanism in Bangladesh
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Safety and Health Complaints Mechanism
Safety and Health Complaints Mechanism
On 1 June 2020, the functions of the Accord Office in Bangladesh transitioned to the RMG Sustainability Council (RSC). The RSC inherited all operations, staff, infrastructure, and functions of the Accord Office in Bangladesh; and continues with factory inspections, remediation monitoring, and workplace program. This means that from 1 June 2020 onwards, signatories to the International Accord have agreed to fulfill their commitments in Bangladesh through their participation in the RSC.
You can find the Occupational Safety and Health Complaints Mechanism at the Accord-covered factories on the website of the RSC here.
Related updates
On 23 October 2025, the Pakistan Accord hosted a Brand-Supplier Roundtable at the Avari Hotel in Lahore, bringing together over 50 brand representatives and 30 key suppliers.
This briefing provides updates on the number of signatory brands, factories and workers. Additionally, it includes guidance on the actions suppliers should take to address immediate safety findings.
Safe exits, unlocked gates, functioning alarms, effective fire separation, and strong emergency preparedness are essential for the health and safety of every worker, within and beyond the garment industry.
On 23 October 2025, the Pakistan Accord hosted a Brand-Supplier Roundtable at the Avari Hotel in Lahore, bringing together over 50 brand representatives and 30 key suppliers.
Safe exits, unlocked gates, functioning alarms, effective fire separation, and strong emergency preparedness are essential for the health and safety of every worker, within and beyond the garment industry.
The International Accord’s All Signatory Meeting was dedicated to insights on the progress and operations of the Accord’s country program in Bangladesh and Pakistan, alongside exploring opportunities to expand the Accord’s scope and impact.
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