<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>KUALA LUMPUR (July 10): The upcoming discussion between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Tesla CEO Elon Musk will explore areas beyond electric vehicles (EVs) and the automotive sector, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.&nbsp;</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>During a press conference after officiating the soft launch of the International Electric Mobility Showcase 2023 on Monday (July 10), Tengku Zafrul said Anwar and Musk are to hold a “call” sometime before the end of the week.&nbsp;</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>“I think it is more than just the EV and automotive sector that we are talking about in this potential collaboration,” he said.&nbsp;</p></div><div class=inPageAd id=div-gpt-ad-inpage></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>When asked for further clarity on what sectors specifically, Tengku Zafrul said: “Wait for the discussion, but what is important is that this (the call) is a positive development."&nbsp;</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>Tengku Zafrul noted that Tesla plans to launch its official entry to the Malaysian market on July 20.&nbsp;</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>It was reported last Friday that Anwar said he will meet with Musk to discuss the billionaire’s potential investment commitments in Malaysia.&nbsp;</p></div>

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