As they navigated the crowd, their paths converged near a grand piano, where a jazz trio played. Trump extended his hand with a confident smile. "Elon," Trump greeted, his voice booming above the music. "Good to see you! I've been following your work - Mars, Tesla, quite impressive!"
Musk, known for his reserved demeanor, shook Trump's hand. "Good to see you too, Mr. President," he replied with a slight Their exchange began with the expected pleasantries. Musk inquired about Trump's latest ventures, while Trump praised Musk's recent achievements, particularly SpaceX's success with manned missions. "I wasn't sure about Mars at first," Trump admitted, "but seeing what you've accomplished - getting people excited about space again—is something."
Musk nodded. "Space exploration is crucial for humanity's future. It's the next frontier." Trump chuckled. "Frontiers. We both know a thing or two about those." Their shared understanding set the stage for a deeper conversation.
Discussion on Innovation and Space
The talk naturally shifted to space, a subject where Musk excelled, and Trump had shown a surprising interest during his presidency.
"Tell me about SpaceX," Trump urged. "What's next after Mars?" Musk's eyes brightened. "Mars is the ultimate goal, but there's more. The Starship program is critical for Mars, enabling faster, more cost-effective travel to the Moon and even around Earth. Reusability is key. Lowering the cost of space travel opens up a whole new economy." Trump nodded thoughtfully. "Space Force was one of my proudest achievements. I've always believed in American dominance in space - don't you think it's vital for us to lead the way?"
This story is from the September 2024 edition of Business Today Sri Lanka.
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