Biggest Diplomatic Gaffes by Global Leaders

BANGALORE: Every now and then, knowingly or unknowingly, a number of gaffes are committed by celebs and the biggest names in the world. But, probably the scenario becomes more sensitive when they are created by some of the major politicians of the world.

And if we look back in history, such blunders have already occurred. Although, we don’t lie in a situation where we could change these setbacks but we can throw a light on these instances to exactly know what contributed to these political gaffes to become a controversial issues. And if you are eager to note, here is the list of top 4 Political Gaffes of all times as compiled by The Times of India.

1. Obama- Suu Kyi

The President of U.S., Barack Obama gave long-suffering Burmese opposition politician, Aung San Suu Kyi, a stir by giving her a big kiss on the ear during a stopover visit in Myanmar in 2012. The Commander in Chief and the alluring lawmaker, Obama gave Suu Kyi an awkward side hug before planting a big one right on her ear.

Obama threw his support behind Suu Kyi’s bid to change the constitution. Suu Kyi, a widow of over 15 years, took the gesture with elegance. This created a wide upsurge all over the world. 

This is not the first time Obama seemed to be close with the female leaders; in Johannesburg on December 10, 2013, Obama, British Prime Minister David Cameron posed for a selfie picture with Denmark's Prime Minister Helle Thorning Schmidt. The U.S. first lady Michelle Obama was unamused and did not like her husband’s closeness to a female national leader.

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