Key United States government agencies and international bodies which administer and affect textile and apparel imports are outlined with their structure and functions. Associations and coalitions representing the textile and apparel industry and the retail industry also are presented, illustrating the free-trade vs protectionist views. Examples of conflicts between these two positions show the complexity of the textile and apparel import program.
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