Apple Increases Indonesia Investment to $100 Million to Lift iPhone 16 Sales Ban

Apple has boosted its investment in Indonesia tenfold to $100 million in an attempt to overturn a sales ban on the iPhone 16.

Apple has increased its planned investment in Indonesia from $10 million to $100 million over two years in an attempt to lift a government ban on iPhone 16 sales in the country.

Apple Increases Indonesia Investment to $100 Million to Lift iPhone 16 Sales Ban

The Indonesian Ministry of Industry had initially blocked iPhone 16 sales due to Apple's failure to meet a minimum investment requirement of around $109.6 million. Apple's initial $10 million offer was deemed insufficient. According to a Bloomberg report, Apple has now significantly increased its commitment to $100 million, to be invested over two years.

While a decision is still pending, the Ministry of Industry has reportedly urged Apple to focus its investment on research and development (R&D). Apple's previous investments in Indonesia have primarily focused on manufacturing facilities and Apple Developer Academies.

The Indonesian government appears to be capitalizing on Apple's diversification efforts, aiming to position Indonesia as a key production hub for the company. This move comes as Apple seeks to expand its manufacturing footprint beyond China, with existing production operations in countries like India and Vietnam.

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