Reports circulating that former U.S. President Donald Trump bowed to Chinese President Xi Jinping during a visit to China have been refuted. Official images from the meeting in Beijing depict a standard handshake between the two leaders, lasting approximately 15 seconds. No evidence supports claims of a bow or any other deferential gesture from Trump. The false reports gained traction online, prompting clarification from sources analyzing the official footage. This incident highlights the spread of misinformation surrounding high-profile international encounters. The exchange appeared to follow standard diplomatic protocol for such meetings. Fact-checkers have confirmed the handshake as the sole form of greeting.
