Last Thursday in Busan, the Republic of Korea, Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump sealed their brief meeting with a firm handshake that captured global attention. The moment unfolded against a backdrop of regional leaders and a bustling port city eager to showcase its diplomatic chops.
Marked by years of strategic competition, ties between the world’s two largest economies have often been tense. This simple gesture in Busan offers a subtle signal that doors to dialogue—on trade, technology and climate—may be reopening, at least for starters.
Analysts caution that a handshake is no substitute for policy shifts, but many see it as a litmus test for future cooperation. From entrepreneurs exploring cross-border startups to activists watching global carbon talks, observers are weighing what the next steps might hold.
For digitally savvy travelers, Busan’s vibrant streets and cutting-edge tech scene provide the perfect setting to witness history in the making. Whether you’re a business pro mapping new markets or a digital nomad chasing fresh perspectives, this handshake reminds us that even small gestures can reshape global currents.
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