
According to Reuters,Government officials said today wednesday,that India has rejected a plan by Apple Inc to import used iPhones.Apples sells what it calls refurbished iPhones at a discount in some countries,including the United States.Extending this practice to India would have likely helped it increase its share in one of the world's fastest growing smartphone markets against competitors with much cheaper offerings.But India,which is pushing a 'Make in India' initiative to boost the competitivesness of its manufacturing sector,rejected the proposal citing rules against importing used electronics.NN Kaul,a spokesman for the telecom ministry said ''India does not encourage dumping or recycling of hazardous materials''.Apple's proposal was opposed by domestic phone makers who claim selling refurbished iPhones-devices that have been returned by buyers or repaired to factory condition after damage,would breach India's anti-dumping rules.The Consumer Electronics and Appliances Manufacturers Association had written to India's telecom ministry to stall the move.One more photos below.
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