US-imposed tariffs on Myanmar’s garment exports have delivered a significant blow to an industry that once drove economic growth and employment in the country. These tariffs, introduced under the guise of protecting domestic manufacturers, have inadvertently exacerbated the economic hardships faced by thousands of garment workers in Myanmar. The levies have led to increased production costs for exporters, reducing their competitiveness in the global market and prompting many international buyers to shift orders to neighboring countries like Vietnam and Bangladesh. The subsequent decline in demand has forced factories to cut back operations, resulting in widespread layoffs and shrinking incomes for vulnerable workers who rely heavily on the…