Not only will Apple likely be forced to share results of its investigations on what caused the riots at Wistron, but it may also be held at least partially liable for the damages and labor violations, according to India law.
Following the worker riots at the Wistron plant in Narasapura, India, state government authorities are expected to ask Apple to supply details from its investigations. Under Indian law, Apple is a contractor that is ultimately the employer, and so the government can call for explanations from both Apple and Wistron.
According to
The Economic Times, unnamed sources say the Karnataka state government could make Apple a party to its inquiry.
Apple Places Wistron on Probation After Violence at India Facility Published December 21st, 2020 - 03:00 GMT
The development comes one week after violence broke out at the Wistron s Narasapura facility as a large number of workers went on a rampage last Saturday over issues related to payment of salary. (Shutterstock)
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Tech giant said Wistron will not receive any new business before they complete corrective actions.
Apple on Saturday placed Wistron Corporation on probation after finding fault with the company over payment delays in October and November to workers at the Taiwanese contract manufacturer s Narasapura facility near the Karnataka capital.
The development comes one week after violence broke out at the Wistron s Narasapura facility as a large number of workers went on a rampage last Saturday over issues related to payment of salary.
Hon Hai to sell NT$12 billion bonds, declines comment on India reports
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Taipei, Dec. 21 (CNA) Taiwan-based contract electronics maker Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., a supplier to Apple Inc., said on Monday that it will issue NT$12 billion (US$427 million) in unsecured straight corporate bonds, but declined to comment on reports that it will roll out the iPhone 12 in India on a trial basis.
In a statement posted on the Taiwan Stock Exchange, where Hon Hai shares are traded, the company said it will use the proceeds from the bond sale to repay its short-term debt.
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