"We have reached consensus on almost all issues except that of child labor," said Abul Maal Abdul Muhith, Bangladesh's finance minister. "We will seek relaxation on this issue."
Several trade partners of the United States have come under increased scrutiny for their supply chains and human rights practices, particularly following the trade agreements with South Korea, Colombia and Panama signed by President Obama in October. As one of the largest apparel importers in the world, along with the European Union and China, U.S. policies have the potential to impact textile production across the globe.
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