Foxconn Set to Double iPhone Production in India, Eyes 30 Million Units in 2025
鴻海科技準備將印度的iPhone生產量翻倍，目標2025年達到3千萬支
Foxconn, Apple’s primary manufacturing partner, is preparing to more than double its iPhone production in India, targeting 25–30 million units in 2025, up from around 12 million in 2024, according to a report by The Economic Times. The company has begun limited-scale production trials at its Bengaluru facility to assess its ability to meet Apple’s high-quality standards at large volumes. Once the trials are successful, Foxconn will shift to the “revenue build” phase, where units produced will be shipped for both domestic and international markets. This ramp-up is aligned with recent policy support from the Indian government, including lower import duties on smartphone components under the Union Budget.
Apple’s increased focus on India highlights a major shift in global electronics manufacturing, as the tech giant works to diversify its supply chain amid tensions with China. The company is also laying plans to manufacture other products—such as iPads, MacBooks, and AirPods—in India and is boosting local hiring to support the transition. For non-Indian companies, this marks a critical development: India is fast emerging as a competitive, stable manufacturing alternative in Asia, offering strategic advantages for companies seeking to de-risk their operations from China-centric dependencies.
小編點評：鴻海科技計畫在2025年將其在印度的iPhone生產量從2024年的1,200萬支提升至2,500萬至3,000萬支。目前處於邦加羅爾已開始進行生產測試。此擴展符合印度政府提供的激勵措施以及反映Apple在中國施壓的情況下的供應鏈多元化策略。Apple正考慮其他產品（例：iPad、MacBook、Airpods等）的在地製造，而此標誌著印度作爲全球製造中心日益增長的角色。
India Considers Major Tariff Cuts on U.S. Imports Amid Trade Deal Talks
印度考慮對美國進口商品削減關稅，為貿易協議鋪路
In a significant move to de-escalate rising trade tensions, India is open to cutting tariffs on over half of U.S. imports—valued at more than $23 billion—as part of an initial phase of a trade deal currently under negotiation. The proposal aims to avert the impact of impending reciprocal tariffs announced by the United States, which New Delhi estimates could affect up to 87% of its $66 billion in exports to the U.S. The South Asian nation is willing to substantially lower or eliminate duties ranging from 5% to 30% on a wide range of U.S. goods. This marks one of the biggest tariff reduction efforts by India in years, spurred by concerns over President Donald Trump’s tough global trade stance. However, Indian officials emphasized that any final decision depends on securing reciprocal concessions from Washington.
The negotiations, set to intensify with a U.S. delegation visit led by Assistant Trade Representative Brendan Lynch, follow Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s February visit to the U.S., where both sides agreed to pursue an early trade agreement. While India is also considering broader tariff reforms, such plans remain in early stages. For non-Indian companies, particularly those operating in or exporting to India, this development signals a potential shift toward a more liberalized trade environment. Lower import barriers on U.S. goods could increase competition in sectors like machinery, electrical equipment, and fuels, prompting global firms to reassess their pricing, supply chain strategies, and market positioning in the Indian economy.
小編點評：印度正在考慮大幅削減230億美金的關稅，旨在減輕與美國之間的緊張情勢以及避免美國對印度660億美元出口商品中多達87%徵收報復性關稅。。此動作是印度近幾年最大的關稅削減動作，也可能標誌朝向更開放的貿易環境的轉變，進一步影響國際競爭以及印度國内的營銷戰略。
India Slaps Samsung with $601 Million Tax Demand over Alleged Tariff Evasion
印度對三星開出6.01億美金稅單，指控三星逃避進口關稅
India has ordered Samsung and seven of its executives to pay a total of $601 million in back taxes and penalties, accusing the company of deliberately misclassifying telecom equipment imports to avoid tariffs. The demand, based on a confidential customs order reviewed by Reuters, includes $520 million in unpaid taxes and penalties, plus an additional $81 million in fines for top executives, including the network division’s vice president and the CFO. The components in question were sold to Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator. Customs authorities found that Samsung “knowingly and intentionally” submitted false documentation and “transgressed all business ethics” in pursuit of profit. Samsung maintains it complied with Indian laws and is reviewing legal options.
This case highlights the growing scrutiny foreign companies face in India, especially regarding import classifications and compliance. Similar disputes have rocked other multinationals, such as Volkswagen, which is battling a $1.4 billion tax demand. As India sharpens its regulatory stance, global companies operating in the country must ensure airtight compliance to avoid costly entanglements and reputational damage.
小編點評: 印度向三星及其七名高層開出總計6.01 億美元的稅款，，指控該公司爲了逃稅故意錯誤申報電信設備的進口類別，並將零件出售給 Reliance Jio。儘管當局聲稱三星故意提交了虛假文件，然而三星堅稱遵守了法律規定並正在探索法律途徑。此案凸顯了在印度的外國公司的監管審查日益嚴格，敦促公司優先考慮合規性以避免財務和聲譽的風險。
India Slashes Import Duties to Boost EV and Mobile Manufacturing Amid Trade Talks with US
配合對美談判，印度削減進口關稅以促進電動車與手機製造
In a significant move to strengthen its electric vehicle (EV) and mobile phone manufacturing sectors, the Indian government has removed import duties on 63 items, including raw materials and components critical to EV batteries and smartphones. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, ahead of the Finance Bill 2025 vote in Parliament, announced duty exemptions on 35 goods used in EV battery production and 28 items for mobile phone manufacturing. The announcement follows budget proposals to waive duties on key minerals like cobalt and lithium, aiming to bolster domestic cleantech production under the National Manufacturing Mission. This strategic push comes as India’s EV market, valued at $54.4 billion, is projected to more than double by 2030, driven by policy support and growing consumer adoption.
These measures also align with India’s ongoing trade negotiations with the United States, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs effective April 2. In response, India is considering tariff reductions across sectors like gems, chemicals, and textiles, potentially impacting over half of $23 billion worth of US imports. A bilateral trade agreement is expected by autumn 2025, as both countries seek to resolve tariff disputes and enhance mutual market access. For non-Indian companies, especially in the EV and electronics supply chains, this policy shift presents expanded opportunities to supply raw materials and invest in India’s growing manufacturing ecosystem under more favorable terms.
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小編點評：印度政府為了強化國內電動車與智慧手機製造業，宣布免除 63 項商品的進口關稅，其中包括電動車電池和智慧型手機的關鍵原料。此動作與美國貿易談判同步進行，印度正考慮擴大寬稅削減範圍，以期在2025年秋季達成雙邊協議。對於全球企業而言，這意味著可在更有利條件下進入印度供應鏈，特別是在EV與電子製造領域。
India Opens AI Kosh Platform to Private Sector, Seeks Anonymized Data for LLM Development
印度向私部門開放AI Kosh平臺，徵求匿名數據以培訓大型語言模型（LLM）
In a major push to advance its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, the Indian government on Tuesday invited private firms and startups to contribute anonymised, non-personal user datasets to its AI Kosh platform. The move is aimed at accelerating the development of AI applications in India, particularly in training large language models (LLMs), according to a senior government official. Companies such as Google, Uber, and PhonePe are among those encouraged to share anonymised usage patterns from their platforms, without revealing any personal or identifiable information. Public institutions like Open Data Telangana, Indian Council of Medical Research, and the Ministry of Jal Shakti are already contributing to the initiative, along with research organizations and non-profits such as Development Data Lab and i-Hub for Robotics and Autonomous Systems Innovation Foundation.
To streamline contributions, the government is releasing a standard expression of interest (EoI), allowing a wider set of companies to participate without direct, one-on-one discussions. Officials noted that high-value datasets—such as healthcare records, doctor prescriptions, and call center transcripts—are particularly useful for training conversational AI models. For global firms operating in India, this initiative presents a unique opportunity to shape the country’s AI ecosystem, tap into large-scale multilingual data environments, and collaborate on public-sector innovation with long-term commercial and research benefits.
小編點評：印度政府邀請私營企業與新創向其AI Kosh平臺貢獻匿名，非個人化的使用者數據，以支援大型語言模型的開發。儘管Google與Uber等大公司被鼓勵分享使用數據，而來自公部門與研究機構也已開始貢獻。這項措施讓跨國公司參與印度的AI生態系統發展，可利用印度多語言大數據環境，並與政府合作促進公共創新與長期研發收益。
NIELIT Attains Deemed University Status, Signals New Era in Tech Education
NIELIT 獲得C「準大學」之地位，標誌著科技教育新時代的到來
The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), long recognized for its leadership in digital skilling and capacity building, has achieved a major milestone by being granted deemed-to-be university status. This marks a pivotal transformation from a premier skilling institute to a full-fledged academic and research-driven institution. With this new status, NIELIT is poised to adopt a more structured, innovation-led approach to technology education, expanding its academic offerings and strengthening its role in shaping India’s digital future.
This development is especially significant for students from remote and underserved areas, including the Northeast, as it promises enhanced access to high-quality, industry-relevant education. For non-Indian companies, the rise of NIELIT as a university offers a stronger talent pipeline, increased collaboration opportunities in research and development, and a chance to partner with a growing academic ecosystem deeply aligned with digital transformation and emerging technologies.
小編點評：印度國家電子與資訊技術學院NIELIT 被授予「準大學」地位，自領先的技能培訓機構轉變到創新導向、學術與研究並重的高等教育機構。這項轉變提供偏遠地區與弱勢學生更多優質的教育資源，以及加强了與產業界的合作。並且給予跨國公司強大的人才來源和研發機會。TCA 的國際合作中心與 NIELIT 保持著非常密切的合作，且在 NIELIT 與電腦技能基金會 (CSF) 之間的合作備忘錄的簽署過程扮演關鍵角色。