What's happened
Elon Musk met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Beijing amidst the Beijing auto show where Chinese carmakers are displaying their latest electric vehicles. Premier Li expressed hope for 'win-win' cooperation between the U.S. and China, citing Tesla's success in China as an example.
Why it matters
Elon Musk's meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang highlights the importance of economic cooperation between the U.S. and China, particularly in the electric vehicle industry. The discussions on 'win-win' cooperation and Tesla's success in China could have significant implications for future collaborations and investments between the two countries.
What the papers say
The Independent and NY Post both report on Elon Musk's meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and the discussions on economic cooperation between the U.S. and China. Al Jazeera provides additional details on Premier Li's comments about China's commitment to market access for foreign-funded firms.
How we got here
China has been actively promoting the electric vehicle industry, with Chinese automakers launching various electric cars that compete with Tesla's models. Tesla has a major manufacturing base in Shanghai for domestic sales in China and exports to other regions. Premier Li's remarks reflect China's efforts to attract foreign investment and boost its economy.
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