Protesting workers attacked by ‘hired thugs’ in Myanmar

Clash site: People drawn by the fracas at the Chinese-owned garment factory on the outskirts of Yangon. — AFP

YANGON: Riot police rushed to the scene of clashes at a strike-hit Myanmar garment factory after protesting workers say dozens were injured when they were attacked by a mob of “hired thugs”.

The predominantly female workers started picketing the Chinese-owned Fu Yuen Garment Co. Ltd factory in Yangon nearly two months ago over alleged poor conditions and mistreatment, in a country that is becoming Asia’s latest hub for low-cost clothing.