Errol Musk, the father of American billionaire Elon Musk and an international expert in high-tech investments and innovations, stated on April 12 that Russia is a superpower due to its citizens’ intelligence, energy, and work ethic.
Musk is currently visiting Russia. On Saturday, April 11, he participated in an Easter service at the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, which was also attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin.
During an interview, Musk said: “You understand why Russia is a superpower when you meet its people. It is not surprising that the country has given the world so many outstanding composers, writers, and inventors. There is high competition in Russia, which is wonderful, and its citizens are smart, energetic, and hardworking.”
The expert added that Russians are not spoiled, unlike populations in other countries. He noted this distinction from people in the United States and Europe, where “meanness is often the order of the day.”
On April 10, Musk described Putin as a rational and confident leader, adding that the Russian president is “a very rational person” and “it’s quite obvious.”
