Erdogan Invites Musk To Build Tesla's Next EV Plant In Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan invited Tesla CEO Elon Musk to build Tesla's next electric vehicle (EV) plant in Turkey during a meeting in New York City on September 17, 2023.

Erdogan said that Turkey is a "young and dynamic" country with a "skilled workforce" and a "growing EV market." He also said that Turkey is located in a "strategic location" between Europe, Asia, and Africa, making it a good place to build an EV plant.

Musk responded that Turkey is "one of the most important candidates" for Tesla's next EV plant. He also said that Tesla is already working with a number of Turkish suppliers.

It is unclear if Tesla will accept Erdogan's invitation, but the meeting is a sign of Turkey's interest in attracting foreign investment in the EV sector. Turkey is already home to a number of EV manufacturers, including Ford, Hyundai, and Renault.

Building an EV plant in Turkey would be a significant investment for Tesla, but it would also give the company access to a large and growing market. Turkey has a population of over 84 million people, and the country's EV market is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years.

If Tesla does decide to build an EV plant in Turkey, it would be a boost for the Turkish economy and would help to create jobs. It would also be a sign of Turkey's commitment to developing its EV sector.