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China’s Self-Reliance Model: Foreign Smartphone Sales Plunge 44.25% in October as Local Production Surges

China’s pivot to promoting local production is a model for other countries looking to enhance their economic independence

by Joan Aimuengheuwa
November 27, 2024
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China Self-Reliance Model: Foreign Smartphones Sales Plunge 44.25% in October as Local Production Surges
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Official data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) have revealed that sales of foreign-branded smartphones in the country, including Apple’s iPhone, plummeted by 44.25% in October 2024 compared to the same period last year.

According to CAICT, foreign smartphone sales in China fell to 6.22 million units in October from 11.15 million a year earlier. 

China is putting in more preference for locally produced devices, pushing out globally reputable brands like Apple, whose performance in the Chinese market has suffered recently.

Apple, the largest foreign smartphone maker in China, launched its iPhone 16 models in September 2024, yet sales have underperformed among other smartphones in the market. 

One reason for this is the delayed rollout of anticipated artificial intelligence features built for Chinese users, which are not expected to be available until next year. 

Again, Apple has yet to secure a local AI partner, further complicating its efforts to compete in a market increasingly favouring homegrown brands.

This decline in foreign smartphone sales reiterates China’s mission to strengthen local production and reduce reliance on imports. 

Over the past decade, the Chinese government has channelled huge investments into industries such as semiconductors, consumer electronics, and biopharmaceuticals. 

This approach has stimulated the growth of domestic tech giants, allowing them to meet rising demand and compete with international players.

For instance, China’s semiconductor sector, led by companies like Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC), has seen rapid development, enabling the country to reduce its dependence on foreign chipmakers. 

The emphasis on enabling domestic innovation aligns with China’s economic goals to withstand external pressures, such as trade disputes and shifting global supply chains.

While foreign smartphone sales have taken a hit, overall smartphone sales in China increased slightly by 1.8% in October to reach 29.67 million units. This growth is largely attributed to the success of local brands, which have gained favour among Chinese consumers due to competitive pricing, tailored features, and government backing.

A Blueprint for Self-Reliance

China’s pivot to promoting local production is a model for other countries looking to enhance their economic independence. 

In prioritising domestic production, China is reducing its reliance on imports and also changing its market dynamics to favour local innovation.

Nigeria, too, is striving towards this goal, with companies like Innoson and Omatek leading in local phone manufacturing. 

However, the market remains largely dominated by imported brands, particularly those from China. Despite the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approving several local brands, the penetration of these devices is still limited compared to their international counterparts.

China’s continuous advancement of its self-reliance model should definitely push global companies operating in the country to adjust to the evolving priorities.

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