The concept that you require in your argument is some of the policies that are being adopted by different countries that lead to a reduction in the competitiveness of work. The argument can be briefly explained for clarification from the following points:

• Trade restrictions imposed in order to protect local industries (creates a monopoly because competition does not reduce competitiveness)
• Economic sanctions imposed on certain countries cut them off, meaning that they can no longer compete internationally.
• Policies of Bias when it comes to offering financial assistance (favoring others making them more competent than others)
• Poor or bad foreign policies that have led to war in many countries disrupt business activities
• Unfair resource allocation policies have crippled many countries.