Sources: Apple tells suppliers it will maintain its current production share in India rather than expand, after local sites struggled without China-based teams (Nikkei Asia)
Apple has instructed its suppliers to maintain current production levels in India rather than expand, according to sources, after local manufacturing sites faced operational challenges in the absence of China-based support teams. The decision reflects ongoing difficulties in scaling up production independently in the Indian market. Apple remains committed to its existing manufacturing footprint in the country despite ambitions for greater supply chain diversification. The move could impact long-term plans to reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing.
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