Trump expresses discontent over Apple building iphones in India

India has downplayed US President Donald Trump's recent remark urging Apple to shift iphone production from India to the United States.

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A senior government official stated that India has become a significant mobile manufacturing hub and continues to attract global players due to its growing competitiveness.

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The official added that Apple would be more concerned about where they would find manufacturing competitiveness.

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Trump, while speaking in Doha at a business forum said he told Apple CEO Tim Cook that he was unhappy with Apple building iphones in India.

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Trump stated, "I don't want you building in India if you want to take care of India."

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He also claimed Apple would increase production in the US as a result of their conversation, though he offered no further details.

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Apple has yet to comment publicly but Indian officials have reportedly spoken to Apple executives following Trump's remarks.

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