Apple Explores iPhone Production in Indonesia Following Ban [Report]

Apple's supply chain may soon extend to Indonesia as suppliers discuss setting up iPhone final assembly there, according to a new report from Nikkei Asia. The development comes amid ongoing negotiations with the Indonesian government to lift a sales ban on Apple's latest iPhone models.Multiple sources have told the site that Apple has been in talks with its suppliers about the feasibility of establishing an iPhone assembly line in Indonesia. One source explained, "An iPhone assembler has set up a subsidiary in Batam particularly for Apple and has started hiring engineers as part of the preparation."If finalized, this plan would represent a significant shift for Apple. Indonesia currently lacks a robust supply chain ecosystem for the company's sophisticated iPhone production process—a stark contrast to established hubs like China and India.Continue ReadingShare Article:Facebook,  Twitter,  LinkedIn,  Reddit,  EmailFollow iClarified:Facebook,  Twitter,  LinkedIn,  Newsletter,  App Store,  YouTube

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Apple Explores iPhone Production in Indonesia Following Ban [Report]


Apple's supply chain may soon extend to Indonesia as suppliers discuss setting up iPhone final assembly there, according to a new report from Nikkei Asia. The development comes amid ongoing negotiations with the Indonesian government to lift a sales ban on Apple's latest iPhone models.

Multiple sources have told the site that Apple has been in talks with its suppliers about the feasibility of establishing an iPhone assembly line in Indonesia. One source explained, "An iPhone assembler has set up a subsidiary in Batam particularly for Apple and has started hiring engineers as part of the preparation."

If finalized, this plan would represent a significant shift for Apple. Indonesia currently lacks a robust supply chain ecosystem for the company's sophisticated iPhone production process—a stark contrast to established hubs like China and India.

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