From Ambani to Zelenskyy, Musk mixes business with politics
The article examines Elon Musk's growing influence as an unelected global power broker who leverages his companies to impact international politics. It highlights his recent controversial comments regarding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his control over the Starlink satellite network.
Why it matters
Musk's ability to influence foreign policy and military operations through private assets raises significant questions about the intersection of corporate power and national sovereignty.
TOI Correspondent from Washington: The richest man in the world wants a promotion. Elon Musk has conquered electric cars, rockets and social media. He now appears to be auditioning for a job that does not exist on any company payroll: global power broker, with a say in who governs Ukraine, who wins American elections, and who gets to do business in India - all without the responsibility of getting elected himself.In another provocative post on his platform X, Musk on Thursday called for Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy to leave office, delivering the message as Kyiv grappled with restrictions affecting its use of the satellite communications network that has become indispensable to its war effort.
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