Lucknow Press
iPhone 16 series banned in Indonesia : Apple’s iPhone is considered one of the most popular smartphones in the world. The company has recently introduced the iPhone 16 series. Which is getting a good response in many countries. However, the Indonesian government has given a big blow to Apple by banning the sale of the iPhone 16 series.
Indonesia’s Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita has said that no one should buy iPhones from foreign countries. If iPhone 16 is used within Indonesia’s borders, it will be considered illegal. Even if it comes under International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) certification. He said that when Apple does not give any value to investing in the country, then why should its products be sold here. If Apple does not fulfill the promises made regarding investment, then the ban on iPhone 16 will continue.
What is the whole matter
The Indonesian government says that Apple has made several mistakes in investing in their country. The company had promised to invest 1.71 trillion rupiah (about 919 crores) in local operations, but it has invested only 1.48 trillion rupiah (about 795 crores).
The tech giant still has to cover an investment of 230 billion rupiah (about 123.6 crores). These mistakes of Apple are the main reason for the ban of iPhone in Indonesia.
