The Indonesian government is restricting Apple’s flagship devices iPhone 16 And Apple Watch 10′He banned the sale and use of flour. The reason for this ban was that the Cupertino tech giant did not keep its promises. Apple had promised to release a fund of $109 million for local R&D studies in Indonesia.

Indonesian Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmitain his statement “available in Indonesia iPhone 16 If present, this device is illegal. Let us know.” he said. With Apple investing $95 million in the country so far, the Ministry of Industry has announced that the availability of iPhone 16 and Apple Watch 10 devices in the country IMEI certificates blocked.

Tourists will not be affected by this decision

According to the statements in Antara, Indonesia’s national news agency, tourists and airline employeesThey are allowed to bring and use a maximum of two iPhone 16 devices into the country. On the other hand, they will not be able to sell these devices to locals because such a sale would mean violating the restrictions imposed by the country.

According to Indonesian law foreign companiesto operate in the country minimum 40% Production must take place locally. This production can enable the production of parts, assembly, software development or the setting up of R&D centers. These regulations not only affect Apple, but also competitors such as Samsung.

From Apple If it increases its investments It is expected that the ban will be lifted. Indonesia is one of the most populous countries with a population of 280 million.