The "unfair-competition" argument might be cited by an american who believes that

The french government's subsidies to french farmers justify restriction on American imports of french agriculture products

Explanation:

It refers to the idea or argument is which free trade can be desirable if the countries involved in the market are playing by the same rules and conditions. It also says that rivalry in trade and commerce is dishonest. It is considered as well as an unethical practice due to the restrictions that can avoid the generation of innovative services.