Despite the firm ceasing sales in the nation, Apple enthusiasts in Russia will still be able to purchase the newest iPhone 14 series. Following the Russia-Ukraine war that began on February 24, Apple left Russia in March of this year.
Despite Apple's decision to stop shipping the 14-series iPhones to Russia, Moscow's parallel import programme still gives Russian consumers the opportunity to purchase the newest iPhones. The iPhone 14 series will be covered by this programme, a senior government official stated. Denis Manturov, minister of commerce and industry, reportedly answered, "Why not?" according to Reuters. Yes, if consumers wish to purchase these phones. The chance will present itself.
Russia announced the programme earlier this year when it permitted stores to bring in goods from other countries without the consent of the trademark owner, in this case Apple. Nevertheless, in March Apple discontinued selling in Russia. Apple products, including iPhones, MacBooks, and other products, are said to still be available in Russian stores as retailers continue to sell off their remaining inventory of older models and purchase recently released devices through the import system.
What is the importation process
Russia approved retailers' imports of goods from other countries in late March without the owner's consent. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin had announced the plan in a televised speech, saying that it would "ensure the supply of commodities to our nation,... in spite of the aggressive activities of foreign politicians." The goods that can be imported to Russia under this scheme is determined by the ministry of industry and trade.
