Russia

Xi and Putin Join the ‘Awkward Hugs Between World Leaders’ Club

BROMANCE

Putin is typically averse to touch, but he had no issues embracing the Chinese president. They are just the latest world leaders to engage in an uncomfortable exchange.

Mathew Murphy 

Senior News Editor

Josh Fiallo 

Breaking News Reporter

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping hug
Mikhail Metzel/Reuters
Mathew Murphy

Mathew Murphy

Senior News Editor

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mathew.murphy@thedailybeast.com

Josh Fiallo

Josh Fiallo

Breaking News Reporter

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Josh.Fiallo@thedailybeast.com

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