The European Union (EU) faces a dilemma regarding its trade relations with Myanmar amid the ongoing junta rule. Some argue that exporting to the EU is vital for the livelihoods of ordinary people in Myanmar, while others fear that importing products plays into the junta's narrative of business as usual. 

Recently, the EU imposed its seventh round of sanctions on individuals and companies associated with the military regime, signaling opposition to human rights violations. 

The EU's trade with Myanmar has increased significantly, raising concerns about indirectly supporting the junta. Justice for Myanmar calls for coordinated and stronger sanctions to limit the junta's access to funds and technology. 

Myanmar's complex taxation system makes it challenging to ascertain the direct impact of trade revenue on the junta. Meanwhile, the situation in Myanmar remains dire, with ongoing violence and human rights violations against civilians. 

International observers and UN rapporteurs urge the international community, including the EU, to take more decisive actions to support the people fighting against the military junta. Striking the right balance between protecting livelihoods and opposing the junta is a challenging task that requires careful consideration and collaboration.