HighLights
  1. Trump bent down greeting Peng Liyuan, sparking viral reactions online.
  2. Social media users offered diverse interpretations of Trump's unusual gesture.
  3. Other viral moments included Trump's attire and surprise ballroom invitation.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping recently met during Xi’s three-day state visit to Washington. The high-profile visit was notable for many reasons, however, several unexpected moments drew attention equally after the videos went viral. One such moment was captured on video when Trump appeared to bend down while greeting Xi’s wife, Peng Liyuan, at the White House.

Trump Bends Down While Greeting Peng, Netizens React

Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed Xi and Peng to the White House for tea on Friday. During the greeting, cameras captured Trump briefly crouching or bending down as he interacted with Peng. The unusual gesture quickly went viral, drawing mixed reactions from social media users.

Users offered different interpretations of Trump’s gesture, with some comments focusing on the unusual nature of the moment, while others viewed it as a diplomatic gesture or an example of Trump’s persona. One user commented, “Shows his knees still working.” Another wrote, “The fear of Dragon.” A third user described the moment as “Courtesy acting!” Another comment said, “If necessity demands he can clean their boots as well. Trump can do anything.” One more user wrote, “He can act very well.”

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Other Viral Moments From Trump-Xi Meet

Earlier on Thursday, Trump briefly went off script and surprised the room with an unexpected invitation at a formal White House state dinner for Xi. After praising the US-China ties, Trump pointed guests toward the curtain and invited them to visit the construction site of the new White House ballroom, drawing instant reaction from attendees. The moment, captured on video had also gone viral.

Similarly, his unusual wardrobe choice, including a long overcoat and black gloves while welcoming Xi had also sparked rapid debate across social media platforms. Users had floated theories ranging from diplomatic optics to health concerns. Some social media users questioned whether the president was managing an illness or taking extra precautions. Others speculated the gloves were chosen to conceal recent hand bruising.

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