Elon Musk tells Emmanuel Macron he needed to to ‘sleep within the automotive’ earlier than their assembly – hours after he was seen partying
Elon Musk has been heard telling French President Emmanuel Macron that he needed to “sleep in the car” earlier than their assembly in Paris – hours after the billionaire was seen partying in Mexico and Los Angeles.
The Tesla chief government met Mr Macron on the Elysee Palace on Monday as a part of the French president’s efforts to draw extra funding to his nation.
In the footage of their encounter, Mr Musk is heard saying “I had to sleep in the car” to the French chief as they sit collectively.
Mr Macron replies shortly: “Okay.”
Mr Musk then laughs awkwardly earlier than elevating his hand and saying to the gathered media: “Hello everyone.”
The tech billionaire often clothes in denims and a T-shirt however was carrying a go well with for his 45-minute assembly with the French chief.
However, he seemed to be unshaven.
Mr Musk had been seen clubbing within the luxurious resort of Cabo San Lucas in Mexico hours earlier as he attended a dance music competition.
The 51-year-old was additionally pictured at a trance music occasion hosted by Bosnian-German DJ Solomun in LA’s Exposition Park on Saturday evening.
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In Paris on Monday, Mr Musk stated he was assured Tesla would make “significant investments” in France sooner or later, with out giving a timetable.
“No announcement today but I am very impressed with President Macron and the French government and how welcoming they are,” he advised reporters.
The French president stated in a tweet: “We talked about the attractiveness of France and the significant progress in the electric vehicle and energy sectors. We also talked about digital regulation. We have so much to do together.”
Mr Macron’s assembly with Mr Musk shall be considered as a hit for the president.
The French chief has endured a dip in reputation since forcing by means of plans to raise France’s retirement age.
The coverage sparked protests and strikes.