1. China and Asia have the most comparative advantages in producing apparel. Free trade theory implies that retailers should import clothing from the most efficient country. Given this, and potential drawbacks of regional integration, would it be better to allow free trade to take its natural course? That is. Should agreements like OPT be rescinded and apparel retailers be allowed free trade to take its natural course That is, should agreements like OPT be rescinded and apparel retailers be allowed to import from the most cost-effective suppliers, wherever they are located worldwide?