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Trump's China visit branded a 's—show' as US aide trampled
A man who has shown authoritarian yearnings in his own country – discrediting elections, cowing universities, accusing journalists of treason – visibly delighted in one where the strongman fantasy is made flesh.
Five taps and no yank: What Trump and Xi’s ‘power-play’ handshake reveals about the world leaders
Trump is known for a larger-than-life physical style with other leaders, often using his trademark handshake to assert presence—pulling counterparts closer, prolonging contact or reinforcing the grip with a second hand.
The two men met Thursday morning at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where Trump was welcomed with a formal state ceremony featuring military honors, waving flags and rows of schoolchildren lining the red carpet.
