A few days before the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States, Elon Musk, an influential member of his future government, is provoking reactions because of his controversial positions on European policy.
Elon Musk, boss of Tesla, SpaceX and the social network An appointment which is already attracting attention, especially since the billionaire is known for his strong positions, particularly in matters of international politics.
Open support for the European far right
Elon Musk has recently sparked a lot of controversy in Europe. He called for new elections in the United Kingdom and the release of a far-right activist. But his statements on Germany caused an even stronger shock wave.
The billionaire claimed that the German nationalist Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), a far-right party, represented “the last glimmer of hope for Germany”.
Comments which immediately caused German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to react, while French President Emmanuel Macron denounced what he calls a “reactionary international news” supported by Musk. However, criticism remains measured, in part because of the billionaire’s considerable influence on the international scene.
An influence that worries
Elon Musk does not just take political positions: he uses his X network, where he has more than 211 million subscribers, to widely disseminate his opinions. According to his detractors, this platform contributes to normalizing far-right ideas in Europe, although he is not alone in playing this role.
Its support for parties like the AfD is part of a broader strategy, aimed at promoting a hard right aligned with its economic and political interests. Musk also seeks to influence European policy to facilitate the entry of American products into the European market.
Strategic economic interests in Europe
Alongside his political commitments, Elon Musk is increasing his investments in Europe. It is currently negotiating a contract with Italy to provide internet access to rural areas via its Starlink satellites. In Germany, he is overseeing the construction of a battery factory, strengthening its economic ties with the continent.
These economic initiatives, combined with its political positions, illustrate a global strategy: influencing European policies to favor its activities and strengthen its dominant position, both economically and geopolitically.
A Europe under pressure
The question remains open: why does Musk meddle so much in foreign policy? The answer seems clear to his critics: serve his economic interests and support a hard-right ideology, with potential repercussions on the international scene.
While voices are beginning to be raised against his influence, they are still struggling to assert themselves against a man who combines economic power, a massive communications platform and a strategic role in the Trump team. But as the inauguration approaches, eyes are turning to Washington, where his influence could further increase.
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