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Brinks Report > Blog > World > Why Trump Wants to Stop iPhones from Being Made in India — and What That Really Means
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Why Trump Wants to Stop iPhones from Being Made in India — and What That Really Means

Dolon Mondal
Last updated: May 15, 2025 3:13 pm
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Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly asked Apple CEO Tim Cook to stop expanding iPhone production in India and instead shift manufacturing back to the United States. This demand came during a private conversation in Qatar, according to multiple reports.

What Does This Mean for India?

For us in India, this isn’t just a tech update — it’s personal. Apple’s growing iPhone production in India is a symbol of progress. It means jobs, investment, global recognition, and most importantly, a chance to lead in the tech manufacturing space.

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When someone from outside says “stop investing in India,” it feels like an old colonial whisper dressed as patriotism.

Why India Matters for iPhone Production

Let’s get the facts straight.

  • Apple is already assembling 14% of its iPhones in India (as of 2024).
  • Foxconn, Tata, and Pegatron are setting up massive factories across Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
  • The Indian government has offered smart incentives to attract this shift, and it’s working.

Cheaper labor? Sure. But it’s more than that. India offers scale, talent, and stability. Plus, Apple wants to cut its China dependency — and India is its best bet.

According to Counterpoint Research, Apple exported over $10 billion worth of iPhones from India in 2023–24. That’s not a small deal.

Also Read Trump Told Apple CEO Tim Cook: ” we don’t want Apple to build in India unless it’s for India”…

What Does Trump Really Want?

Trump wants Apple to “bring jobs home.” Classic America-first line. But here’s the truth: shifting iPhone production to the U.S. would make iPhones more expensive, not more “American.” Labor costs in the U.S. are nearly 5 times higher than in India. That means either higher iPhone prices for American buyers — or lower profits for Apple.

Neither Tim Cook nor shareholders like that math.

Why This Could Backfire

If Apple halts its India expansion, here’s what could go wrong:

  • India will lose jobs – thousands of them.
  • U.S.-India economic ties could weaken – at a time when we’re building stronger trade relations.
  • Apple’s growth in India could stall – and China wins by default.

So, if Trump wants to play tech tug-of-war, he should know — India isn’t just another factory line. It’s Apple’s future growth engine.

This isn’t just about smartphones. It’s about global influence. India is no longer just a market — it’s a partner, a production powerhouse, and a rising voice in the tech world. Trying to snatch that away feels less like business and more like insecurity.

Also Read Trump Says India Has Offered a Trade Deal with “zero taxes”

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