New Delhi, Oct. 15 -- Apple CEO Tim Cook on Wednesday said that the iPhone maker will boost its investments in China and step up its cooperation in the country, despite repeated threats from US President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on foreign-made goods.

During a meeting with Chinese Minister of Industry and Information Technology Li Lecheng on Wednesday, Cook said that he will announce the investments on a trip to China.

The Chinese minister also urged Tim Cook to work closely with local suppliers.

China is the biggest market for iPhones and other Apple products outside the US, and also acts as a key manufacturer for the Cupertino, California-based company.

The summary of the meeting between Tim Cook and Li, shared on the WeChat a...