An agreement between the Bangladesh Tea Board (BCS), Bangladesh Tea Association (BTA), and the Bangladesh Tea Estate Staff Association has been finalized. Starting January 1, 2024, basic salaries for tea industry workers will increase by 5% through December 31, 2025. The deal also includes enhanced financial benefits. The signing ceremony was held at the BTA office in Dhaka, with key representatives from all parties present to formalize the new wage and benefit structure.