Violent protests broke out near the Bangladeshi capital this week as thousands of garment factory workers clashed with police in protests over low wages.<br/> <br />Hundreds of workers wielding sticks blocked rocks and attacked some vehicles. At least 50 people were injured including some policemen.<br/> <br />The workers refusal to work forced more than 100 factories to shut down. The workers want $62 more per month in wages... from $38 dollars to 100.<br/> <br />Wages were last increased in 2010 -- up, from just $19 dollars per month.<br/> <br />Garments are vital to the Bangladeshi economy where low wages and duty-free access to Western markets have helped make it the world's second largest apparel exporter after China.
