FYI: Elon Musk engages with global leaders frequently, his latest interaction being with the President of El Salvador at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Texas. Here’s a rundown of their intriguing discussions and future plans.
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### Elon Musk Hosts El Salvador President at Giga Texas
In a week marked by high-profile meetings, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, welcomed President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador to the Gigafactory in Texas. This meeting adds to Musk’s growing list of interactions with world leaders, emphasizing his influence in global technological and political discourse.
#### A Meeting of Minds
Both Musk and Bukele shared glimpses of their interaction on X (formerly Twitter) last Friday. Musk highlighted their discussions, which ranged from “the nature of reality” to “the future of humanity and the role of AI and robotics.” This intellectual exchange underscores the deep, philosophical angles Musk often brings to his conversations with global dignitaries.
Musk hailed Bukele as “an amazing leader,” adding a personal touch by mentioning the coffee Bukele gifted him, grown on the President’s own ranch. Bukele reciprocated the admiration, posting a brief video teaser of their stroll through Giga Texas and lauding Musk as “one of the great minds of our time.”
It was a pleasure to spend several hours talking with one of the great minds of our time, @elonmusk.pic.twitter.com/sLYUk7u4J5
— Nayib Bukele (@nayibbukele) September 21, 2024
#### Future Plans and Livestreaming
Adding a tech-savvy twist to their dialogue, Musk suggested that their next conversation be livestreamed on X Spaces, offering a more immersive experience for their global audience. This idea aligns with Musk’s vision of making critical discussions accessible and engaging for the public.
We should livestream our next conversation! I think people would enjoy hearing it.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 21, 2024
#### Interacting with Global Leaders
Musk’s conversations consistently revolve around pivotal themes such as AI, space travel, electric vehicles, and concerns about population collapse. Over the past years, he has met numerous world leaders including the Presidents of Argentina, Turkey, Thailand, Israel, Italy, and Hungary, illustrating his role as a key influencer on global technological advancements.
#### Recent High-Profile Meetings
Last month, Musk had an impactful live-streamed discussion with U.S. Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump. The Tesla CEO endorsed Trump in the 2024 election in July, and Trump announced plans to appoint Musk to lead a new Government Efficiency Commission if elected. This highlights Musk’s involvement in political innovation.
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Written by William Kouch, Editor of Automotive.fyi
