They did, as part of their protectionist policies, which apply to all.Indonesia has not changed anything about what they want Apple to do?
Not with the deal with Apple. They just refused a proposal. Which means Apple is looking for a deal. No extortion. Apple can just leave or comply with rules.
And let me be clear, I have no idea if this is a good or smart move by Indonesia, just that they have the right to do it.
WTO is just an extension of international pacts that can respond to any measure with countermeasures. This kind of rulings are quite normal, even when targeting single cases sometimes. Nothing exceptional in any step. The new laws are for all, not just Apple. This deal is a proposal by Apple as a way to bypass the law (it's all about money so there's nothing weird about it, Indonesia want's investments and is trying to leverage its power to get them. Again, not sure if that's a smart move, just an absolutely legitimate one.I'd love your clarification of exactly what happened and when. What laws were passed in Indonesia and what are the agreements between Indonesia and Apple? Has anything changed in how the laws are interpreted? Have any new regulations been implemented or are proposed to be implemented that have made it more difficult for Apple to comply? Are the laws and regulations in accordance with WTO requirements (which Indonesia is part of)?
Edit: Sorry for the double reply, I meant to have this all in one comment.