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 <p>After announcing an outright ban on the use of iPhones by central government officials, the restrictions are now expanding to local governments and state-owned entities. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, a state-owned company employee in Beijing, China received a notice about the transition. She conveyed that the ban would be effective immediately for company departments involved in confidential data sharing. For the rest of the workforce, Mar. 1, 2024, is the deadline.</p> 
 <p><strong>Also Read: China: BRICS Trade Reaches $330 Million, Outperforms US Trade</strong></p> 
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    <p lang="en" dir="ltr">JUST IN: 🇨🇳 China expands iPhone ban to local governments &amp; state-owned companies.</p> 
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 <p>It is important to highlight that the change isn’t as sudden and erratic. Reports suggested that companies have suggested a ‘recommendation’ to move away from iPhones over the past three years. Irrespective of the ban, employees have been limiting the use of iPhones at work. The recent announcement entails a ban on bringing Apple Watches and AirPod wireless earbuds into the workplace. Another government official mentioned, </p> 
 <p><strong>“Many of my colleagues now have two phones: a Huawei for work and an iPhone for personal use. “</strong></p> 
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 <p>China stands as a pivotal market for Apple, underscoring its significance in the company’s global operations. Specifically, the Greater China region, Taiwan, and Hong Kong contributed substantially, comprising approximately 20% of total sales during the period spanning from April to June this year. Moreover, the heart of iPhone assembly operations is firmly rooted in Chinese manufacturing facilities.</p> 
 <p>However, recent developments have cast a shadow on Apple’s financial performance and market sentiment. From Sept. 6 to Sept. 7, AAPL’s stock price experienced a decline of 6.4% i.e. close to $200 billion in market value. This dramatic downturn was triggered by reports circulating about impending restrictions concerning the use and distribution of Apple products within China.</p> 
 <p>In essence, the Chinese market’s pivotal role in Apple’s revenue stream, coupled with the centrality of Chinese factories in iPhone production, makes it essential for the company to navigate any evolving challenges and restrictions within this critical market.</p> 
 <p><strong>Also Read: Apple Loses $200 Billion in Market Value over the Past Two Days</strong></p> 
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<p>Source: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://thebittimes.com/china-expands-iphone-ban-to-local-governments-tbt62018.html">https://thebittimes.com/china-expands-iphone-ban-to-local-governments-tbt62018.html</a></p>

China Expands iPhone Ban to Local Governments

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