Elon Musk tells Emmanuel Macron he had to to ‘sleep in the car’ before their meeting – hours after he was seen partying | Science & Tech News

Elon Musk has been heard telling French President Emmanuel Macron that he needed to “sleep within the automobile” earlier than their assembly in Paris – hours after the billionaire was seen partying in Mexico and Los Angeles.

The Tesla chief govt 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.

Within the footage of their encounter, Mr Musk is heard saying “I needed to sleep within the automobile” to the French chief as they sit collectively.

Mr Macron replies rapidly: “Okay.”

Mr Musk then laughs awkwardly earlier than elevating his hand and saying to the gathered media: “Howdy everybody.”

The tech billionaire normally clothes in denims and a T-shirt however was sporting a swimsuit for his 45-minute assembly with the French chief.

Nonetheless, he gave the impression 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 pageant.

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 night time.

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In Paris on Monday, Mr Musk stated he was assured Tesla would make “important investments” in France sooner or later, with out giving a timetable.

“No announcement as we speak however I’m very impressed with President Macron and the French authorities and the way welcoming they’re,” he instructed reporters.

The French president stated in a tweet: “We talked in regards to the attractiveness of France and the numerous progress within the electrical automobile and power sectors. We additionally talked about digital regulation. We’ve a lot to do collectively.”

Mr Macron’s assembly with Mr Musk can be seen as a hit for the president.

The French chief has endured a dip in recognition since forcing via plans to raise France’s retirement age.

The coverage sparked protests and strikes.