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H&M stages Myanmar textile conference

By Maria Santos
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More than 100 textile industry stakeholders, among them apparel brands, NGOs, trade union representatives and suppliers, recently attended H&M’s Fair and Equal conference in Yangon, Myanmar. Key note speeches from the ILO’s development partner relations coordinator Peter Rademaker, Impact’s founder and director Rosey Hurst and H&M Group’s head of sustainability Anna Gedda, were followed by a panel discussion and several break-out sessions about social topics such as fair living wages.

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What was the main purpose of H&M's conference in Yangon?

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The conference aimed to bring together over 100 textile industry stakeholders to discuss social topics relevant to the sector. Fair living wages were specifically highlighted during various sessions and discussions.

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Who attended the Fair and Equal conference?

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Attendees included apparel brands, non-governmental organisations, trade union representatives, and suppliers. Keynote speakers were from the ILO, Impact, and H&M Group, addressing various industry aspects.

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Which specific social topics were discussed at the event?

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The conference included several break-out sessions focusing on social topics, with fair living wages mentioned as a key area of discussion. The event aimed to address broader social issues within the textile industry.

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