Apple Offers $1 Billion Investment to Resolve Indonesia's iPhone Ban
Apple is prepared to make a $1 billion investment commitment to Indonesia to lift the country's iPhone sales ban, which was implemented due to local content requirements. The dramatic increase from previous offers comes as Indonesia demands 40% local smartphone component sourcing.
Indonesia Demands Higher Investment from Apple for iPhone Market Access
Indonesia is pressing Apple to increase its proposed $100 million investment package as the tech giant seeks approval to sell new iPhones. The government wants Apple to expand beyond plans for R&D facilities and AirPods manufacturing to boost local industry development.
Indonesia Rejects Apple's $100M Bid to Lift iPhone Ban Over Data Sovereignty
Indonesian authorities have rejected Apple's $100 million proposal to overturn a ban on iPhone 16 sales, citing data protection and local content requirements. The decision highlights growing regulatory challenges for tech companies in Southeast Asian markets where digital sovereignty concerns are intensifying.
Apple Proposes $10 Million Factory Investment to Lift Indonesia's iPhone Ban
Apple offers to invest $10 million in a new factory in Indonesia to overturn the country's ban on iPhone 16 sales. The move aims to meet local content requirements and regain access to Indonesia's lucrative market of 278 million consumers.