The Indian government isn’t sweating over Trump’s tariff threat on Apple.
On Friday, US President Donald Trump warned Apple CEO Tim Cook that iPhones sold in the US must be made in America—not India. Or else, a 25% tariff will be slapped on Apple. He posted this on Truth Social, saying, “A tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple if they’re not building in the US.”
But Indian officials are calm. They believe Apple will prioritize profits over political pressure. “We’re confident Apple will continue in India,” a senior source told News18.
Why? Because India is now too valuable to ignore. Labour is cheaper, supply chains are growing, and India offers political stability compared to China. More importantly, iPhones made in India are already being sold worldwide—including in the US.
So, while Trump wants Apple back in America, Apple wants to move away from China. India fits perfectly in the middle.
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Foxconn Isn’t Backing Down Either
Apple’s top supplier, Foxconn, recently announced a $1.5 billion investment for a new factory in Chennai. This is big. It shows that Apple is still betting on India, even with the noise coming from Washington.
Foxconn isn’t afraid of Trump’s threats. They know the future is not about making everything in one country. It’s about smart diversification. And right now, India is the smartest move in Apple’s playbook.
Let’s be honest—Trump’s comments aren’t new. He’s been unhappy about iPhones being made outside the US for years. But here’s the twist: earlier it was China. Now, it’s India. And India is not China.
India’s democratic, open, and globally trusted. Plus, there’s no risk of sudden lockdowns or trade wars like we saw in China. Apple knows this. And so does Foxconn.
India isn’t just another backup plan. It’s the main stage now.
Apple’s Quiet Power Move
While Apple says it will “review” plans to shift most of its manufacturing to India, the truth is—it’s already halfway there. Over 14% of all iPhones are made in India now. That number is rising every year.
Even if Trump tries to bully Tim Cook, Apple can’t afford to ignore the savings, scale, and speed that India offers.
This isn’t just about trade. It’s about trust—and India has earned it.
Trump may shout tariffs, but India delivers results. Apple knows it. Foxconn knows it. And soon, the world will see India as a global tech powerhouse—not just a low-cost factory.
Tariffs or not, India is here to build—and build big.
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