Indonesian Minister to Meet Elon Musk on EV Investments

Indonesia has been courting Tesla for years to establish an EV battery production plant, leveraging its large nickel reserves. However, Tesla's recent decision to set up an office and charging network in Malaysia has caused concern in Indonesia. The Indonesian government is worried that Tesla might choose Malaysia for future EV battery production, which could hinder Indonesia's ambitions to become a leading EV battery producer in Southeast Asia.

What has been the primary focus of Indonesia's efforts regarding Tesla?

• To sell Tesla cars in Indonesia

• To develop a Tesla charging network

• To secure a deal for an EV battery production plant

• To establish a Tesla office in Jakarta

Why might Indonesia view Tesla's move to Malaysia as a snub?

• Because Malaysia offered better incentives

• Because Malaysia is a larger market

• Because Tesla plans to manufacture cars in Malaysia

• Because Indonesia wanted Tesla to build a battery plant

What is Tesla's current plan in Malaysia?

• To manufacture electric vehicles

• To set up an EV charging infrastructure and sell cars

• To build an EV battery production plant

• To establish a research and development center

What is Indonesia's long-term ambition in the EV sector?

• To export nickel to other countries

• To become a leading EV battery producer

• To manufacture electric vehicles

• To develop a global EV charging network

Why is Indonesia particularly interested in EV battery production?

• It has a large automotive industry

• It has one of the world's largest nickel reserves

• It wants to reduce its carbon footprint

• It aims to compete with China